Liberal Arts with French BA (Hons)
University of York
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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OCT-25

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3 Years

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

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Follow your own academic path by learning French, working across an exciting range of subjects in the arts and humanities and building on York’s vibrant history of interdisciplinary learning.Your degree will consist of three main strands: core interdisciplinary modules, French language modules connecting your learning with global perspectives, and open module choices for pursuing your intellectual interests.The BA in Liberal Arts is designed to help you become a more versatile thinker and a ...Read more

Follow your own academic path by learning French, working across an exciting range of subjects in the arts and humanities and building on York’s vibrant history of interdisciplinary learning.Your degree will consist of three main strands: core interdisciplinary modules, French language modules connecting your learning with global perspectives, and open module choices for pursuing your intellectual interests.The BA in Liberal Arts is designed to help you become a more versatile thinker and a more engaged global citizen, empowering you to find your unique academic identity and your intellectual role in addressing social and cultural concerns. You'll also gain a deep understanding of French culture.

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Sociology
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49/101
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17th
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Emilie
11 Dec 23

Lovely campus close to city centre. Great accommodation and student support in all areas of wellbeing and..Read more

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Charlotte
06 Nov 23

Great campus location - just far enough out of the city that it has lovely nature, but only a 20 minute walk into town. The college system is great for meeting people in all..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

AAA Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:39,M:6 Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

36 Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

D*DD Grades / Points required

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

D*DD Grades / Points required

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

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We recognise the value of this qualification although it will not be included as a condition of entry. It may be taken in to consideration when you receive your results.

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We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£25,800 per year

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Students from EU

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£25,800 per year

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£25800 Per year

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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Poppleton  2.7 miles away

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