Enhanced Chamberlain Award
University of Birmingham · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course

Pursue your ambitions in languages and area studies with the BA (Hons) French and Italian at University of Birmingham. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. At Birmingham, language learning goes beyond the classroom - dive into European culture, history, and arts. Develop your language skills while exploring the diverse and fascinating cultures of France and Italy. Why study this course? - Experience a new approach to language learning with our CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) teaching method - study topics of cultural significance in French and Italian, designed and delivered by expert researchers. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.
| A-Level | ABB A level grade B is required for the advanced language you wish to study. It is also possible to study two beginner (including post-GCSE) languages without taking an advanced language, as long as one of your beginner languages is French or Spanish. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects. You also require a Higher Level or equivalent in each modern language that you plan to study at Advanced level. If you do not have the relevant language at Higher Level, please feel free to contact us to discuss your options. |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 67 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
A minimum of 40 credits and a maximum of 80 credits must be taken in each discipline in both years (subject to a total number of 120 credits in each year). English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. £9,790 per year for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £27,500 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,500 | £33,000 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £34,000 | £45,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH19-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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University of Birmingham · Undergraduate

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