BA Dutch and Finnish

The Dutch and Finnish BA course offered by University College London (UCL) provides students with an exceptional opportunity to master the Dutch and Finnish languages while exploring distinct yet interconnected cultural, historical, and societal characteristics of the Netherlands, Belgium, and Finland. This full-time course spans across four years, incorporating both a rigorous study curriculum and a year abroad, providing practical insights and industry exposure.Course Content: In the first year, students are focused on mastering the language skills in Dutch and Finnish along with modules covering the culture and society. The second year helps in reinforcing the language mastery in more complex texts and increasing the understanding of broader issues in these countries' societies. The third year is typically spent studying or working in a Dutch or Finnish-speaking country, contributing to students' overall development and practical language exposure. The final year involves researching and writing a dissertation, plus students can choose from wide-ranging options of course modules.Key Modules: Key modules students will study throughout the course include Dutch Language, Finnish Language, Reading Brecht, Cultures of Resistance in the Netherlands and Flanders, Introduction to Dutch and Flemish History and Dutch Literature, amongst others.Future Careers: After graduation, students could pursue careers in a wide range of fields like the Diplomatic Service, the United Nations, EU Institutions, teaching, business and finance, marketing, translating and interpreting, media and the arts.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.