BA Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture

The BA Modern Languages and History course at Royal Holloway, University of London offers students the chance to delve into the dynamics of cultural and historical understanding using a global perspective. Students will have the opportunity to combine their strong interest in history with the study of French, German, Italian, or Spanish.Course Content: The course offers a mix of history and languages. The first year provides foundational knowledge, introducing students to modern European history and the language of their choice. In the second year, students deepen their knowledge of their chosen language and select modules that explore specific topics in history. The third year is typically spent on a work or study placement abroad, immersing students in a foreign language and culture. The final year then sees students return to campus to bring together their learning into specialised, in-depth studies.Key Modules: While the full list of modules is not provided on the course page, it is mentioned that students will be studying modules related to modern European history and their chosen language. Alongside these are optional modules, from which students can select according to their personal interests.Accreditations: There is no specific accreditation information provided for this course.Future Careers: Graduates of the Modern Languages and History course have found success in various sectors including international organisations, business, the media, finance, marketing, the creative industries, and many more. Royal Holloway's employability service also offers support both during the course and up to two years after graduation to ensure students are well prepared for the workforce.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.