BA Finnish and Portuguese

The Finnish and Portuguese BA course offered by the University College London (UCL) offers students an opportunity to immerse themselves in the languages, cultures, histories and literatures of Finland and Portugal. The programme enables learners to achieve near-native proficiency in both languages while gaining an understanding of their social, historic, and cultural contexts.Course Content: This 4-year full-time degree programme incorporates study abroad opportunities in both Finnish and Portuguese speaking regions. The first year is foundational, focusing on learning both the Finnish and Portuguese languages. The second year deepens the linguistic competence and introduces cultural and literary studies. The third year is spent abroad, usually split between Finland and Portugal or Brazil. The final fourth year allows for specialization in areas such as literature, culture, history, politics, and linguistics. Key Modules: The key areas of study include Finnish and Portuguese Language, Introduction to Finnish Culture, Introduction to Portuguese Culture, Finnish Literature & Society, Portuguese Literature & Society, Finnish History, Politics & Society, Portuguese History, Politics & Society, and the Dissertation in either Finnish or Portuguese. Future Careers: Graduates from UCL's Finnish and Portuguese BA course have gone on to work in fields like international banking, the diplomatic service, publishing, international sales, the media, non-governmental organizations, teaching, and translation. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.