Italian B and Portuguese BA (Hons)
University of Leeds
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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In this fascinating and varied five-year degree, you’ll learn two languages from beginner level and deepen your understanding of the modern world by exploring the histories and cultures of the nations that speak them. You’ll spend one year in Italy and another in a Portuguese-speaking country, improving your language skills and gaining first-hand experience of these cultures and societies to enrich your understanding of these fascinating countries.Rich in cultural heritage, Italy is a ...Read more

In this fascinating and varied five-year degree, you’ll learn two languages from beginner level and deepen your understanding of the modern world by exploring the histories and cultures of the nations that speak them. You’ll spend one year in Italy and another in a Portuguese-speaking country, improving your language skills and gaining first-hand experience of these cultures and societies to enrich your understanding of these fascinating countries.Rich in cultural heritage, Italy is a multi-ethnic society and a leading world economy. Learning Italian from beginner level, you’ll become proficient in the language and acquire extensive knowledge of the history and culture of this vibrant country.Portuguese-speaking countries are among the most diverse and dynamic in the world. On this course, you’ll become proficient in Portuguese, and develop a detailed understanding of the cultures and histories of Portuguese-speaking countries in Europe, Latin America, Africa and Asia.Core and optional modules will give you a firm grounding in both languages as you study topics that suit your interests. You'll also develop a range of transferable skills that are highly regarded by employers, including critical thinking, enhanced communication, analytical and cultural awareness skills.The School of Languages, Cultures and Societies at Leeds is an exciting place for your undergraduate experience. Our diverse international community of students and staff, student-led societies and outstanding pastoral support creates a friendly and dynamic atmosphere for all our students.

Key stats

Iberian Languages
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
45/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
15th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
23rd
Iberian 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 - 94 = 6% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
6%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
87%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Iberian Studies graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Iberian 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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
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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Roz
29 Feb 24

Cool course but should have more dialectal..Read more

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Alice
23 Feb 22

I love the location and the..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

M1,M1,M2 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

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

DDM Grades / Points required

T Level:

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

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BB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or B in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers, or AABBBB in Highers

Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required.

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

Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.

34 points overall with 16 at Higher Level.

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Might be accepted as in combination with other qualifications, please contact admissions teams for further advice & guidance.

Popular A-level subjects

Italian Studies

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

French
32%
English Literature
30%
Spanish
30%
History
29%
Italian
24%
HESA
Iberian Studies

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

Spanish
97%
English Literature
29%
French
27%
History
23%
Mathematics
20%
HESA

Latest reviews

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Roz
29 Feb 24
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Alice
23 Feb 22
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University of Leeds
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