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University of Leeds · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: V1R1
Modern Languages and History
University of LeedsLeeds, England
4 yearsDuration
£27,300Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
94%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Leeds, the BA (Hons) Modern Languages and History provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Leeds, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. You can study history at Leeds with one of eight languages. On this four-year course, you’ll study a range of historical periods from the fall of the Roman Empire to the 21st century postcolonial and globalised world. Whether you’re starting your language from a beginners’ level, or with prior knowledge, intensive language modules will prepare you for your year abroad, where you’ll further enhance your linguistic skills, and you’ll explore the history, culture and society of your chosen language. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £26,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Historical Development: Medieval to Early Modern Europe
Language Foundations and Practical Communication
Culture and Society of the Language Region
Twentieth Century History and Global Politics
Advanced Language Skills and Translation Studies
History Research Methods and Analysis
Business Language and Professional Communication
Year Abroad: Immersive Language and Cultural Study
UCAS Code:V1R1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB Where a post-A level language route is taken, a B grade in the relevant language is required. Where any other beginner language route is taken, previous experience in language is not required. |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points 35 points overall with 16 at Higher Level. Where a post-A level language route is taken, 5 points at Higher Level in the relevant language is required. Where any other beginner language route is taken, previous experience in language is not required. |
| UCAS Points | 136 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£27,300
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£109,200
Home Student Fee
£26,500
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Leeds
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £30,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,000 | £32,500 |
| 5 years | £28,000 | £35,000 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — 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
£26,000
UK average
£27,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 30% above UK average salary
This course
£35,000
UK average
£27,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £9,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
67%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
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
85%
Overall
Teaching on my course
94%Learning opportunities
78%Assessment and feedback
81%Academic support
88%Organisation and management
85%Learning resources
91%Student voice
76%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
93%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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