History and French (with a year abroad)
University of YorkCourse Overview
The BA (Hons) History and French (with a year abroad) at University of York is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding human thought and history. Based in York, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Delve into studies of the past, exploring French languages and cultures as you go. Spend a year abroad and discover new ways of viewing the world. At York, we have a unique approach to studying languages. International tuition fees are £26,900 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB Essential Subjects: For Ab Initio - History or Classical Civilisation (or equivalent) at grade A is essential. For Post-A Level - French and either History or Classical Civilisation are essential. |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points With 6 in Higher Level History. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£26,900
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of York
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £29,500 | £31,000 |
| 3 years | £20,000 | £25,500 | £32,000 |
| 5 years | £26,000 | £32,000 | £43,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
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
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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