German and Italian BA (Hons)
Cardiff University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Main Site - Cardiff

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Start date

23-SEP-24

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Duration

4 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Main Site - Cardiff

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23-SEP-24

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4 Years

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The School of Modern Languages aims to develop and educate its students to become ‘global citizens’. With in-depth study of both German and Italian, two major world languages, you will gain a wealth of transferable skills and knowledge beneficial to the world of employment, making you competitive and attractive in an increasingly global workforce and opening the doors to a variety of career paths.German is the native language of nearly 100 million people. To speak German is to be part of a ...Read more

The School of Modern Languages aims to develop and educate its students to become ‘global citizens’. With in-depth study of both German and Italian, two major world languages, you will gain a wealth of transferable skills and knowledge beneficial to the world of employment, making you competitive and attractive in an increasingly global workforce and opening the doors to a variety of career paths.German is the native language of nearly 100 million people. To speak German is to be part of a vibrant cultural, economic and political world. Not surprisingly therefore, a recent survey by the UK’s leading employers’ organisation, the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), rated German as the language most valued by UK managers. Germany is also regarded as the lynchpin of the European Union, making knowledge of the language as important in Brussels as it is in Berlin.From Roman times the Italian contribution to world culture has been enormous as it is obvious to anyone who steps foot in the country, however briefly. But Italy is not just a country of singular cultural importance. It is a major political partner in the European Union, and it is a leading force in fields such as engineering and architecture. It is the home of the design and fashion industries. We offer German and Italian for both advanced students and beginners. In terms of language acquisition, this course will enable you to develop your writing, oral and aural skills through a range of learning activities, and using a variety of audio-visual materials. In your first year, in addition to your language tuition, an introduction to German and Italian history and culture seeks to provide a solid foundation for more specialised studies as you progress through your course It is important to remember that studying languages is not just about the language itself. It involves exploring many aspects of a country and its culture, its social structures and institutions, politics, history, literature and cinema. Through the study of such areas you are able to gain a better understanding of both German and Italian culture and how it has evolved over the centuries, becoming what it is today.On completion of this four-year programme, you will have a high level of language proficiency, as well as a critical understanding of key aspects of German and Italian history, culture, literature, politics and contemporary society.


Distinctive features

- the option to begin your study at either beginner or advanced level (meaning an A-level in your chosen language may not be required) - optional modules in film, literature, history of art, politics and history - emphasis on strengthening reading, writing, oral and aural skills through regular classwork exercises, written work, use of video and audio material, and interaction with native speakers (including Erasmus students hosted by the department) - core language modules delivered by native speakers- the chance to spend your third year either studying or working in a country that predominantly operates in your chosen language of study

Key stats

Italian
WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
11/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
19th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
21st
German and Scandinavian Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
German and Scandinavian Studies graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK German and Scandinavian Studies graduate salary
£20,000
Italian Studies
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Italian Studies graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Italian Studies graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Ruben
27 Feb 23

The modern languages building where most of my lectures / seminars are is quite a cramped building, and sometimes hard to navigate inside, however the location of all the..Read more

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Lila
26 Feb 23

Always a lot going on and never boring..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB - ABB Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

A Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

31 - 32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

If you have grade B in the relevant language A-level you will have access to the languages advanced pathways.

For applicants taking the EPQ qualification, an A in the EPQ can be recognised to lower the entry requirements by a single grade. For example, an AAB offer would be "AAB from 3 A-levels or ABB from 3 A-levels and a grade A in the EPQ". Please note that any subject specific requirements must be met.

You must have or be working towards:- English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Tier 4 visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements.

32-31 overall or 665 in 3 HL subjects. If you have grade 6 in the relevant language at HL you will have access to the languages advanced pathways.

Accepted subjects: Arts, Humanities, Science and Social Science. If you have grade B in the relevant language A-level in addition to or in combination with a BTEC you will have access to the languages advanced pathways.

M in a T Level in any subject.

The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in place of one A-level at the A-level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.

Popular A-level subjects

German and Scandinavian Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

German
87%
Mathematics
29%
History
27%
English Literature
25%
French
23%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,000 per year

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Students from England

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,000 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£22,700 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£22,700 per year

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Cardiff University
30-36 Newport Road Cardiff CF24 0DE United Kingdom
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