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University of Birmingham · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: 5QV1
Modern Languages and History of Art
University of BirminghamBirmingham, England
4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
93%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in history, philosophy, and theology with the BA (Hons) Modern Languages and History of Art 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. Study fascinating and significant global artistic works alongside the languages that interest you the most. Strengthen your linguistic fluency with an understanding and appreciation of your target society's artistic and cultural works, as well as its history, politics and more. Why study this course? - Attend seminars and events at our art gallery on campus which houses works by famous artists such as; Van Gogh, Monet, Turner, Magritte and Kollwitz. 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.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Art History and Visual Culture
Modern Language Skills and Communication
European Art from Medieval to Renaissance
Contemporary Art and Critical Theory
Language and Society: Cultural Contexts
Twentieth-Century Art Movements
Advanced Language Practice and Translation Studies
Art History Research Methods and Dissertation
UCAS Code:5QV1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB You normally require A Level(s) grade B or above in the advanced language(s) you wish to study. If you do not have the relevant language A Level(s), please feel free to contact us to discuss your options. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects. You normally require Higher Level language(s) at 5 or above in the advanced language(s) you wish to study. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| 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
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Russian to English' will be offered each year and students must take this module: 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 If Parliament agrees on
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £27,000 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £20,500 | £25,000 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £25,500 | £32,500 | £41,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 25% above UK average salary
This course
£32,500
UK average
£26,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH20-01-02 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.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
87%
Overall
Teaching on my course
93%Learning opportunities
84%Assessment and feedback
87%Academic support
90%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
96%Student voice
71%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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