Modern Languages (French and Spanish) and Classical Studies (With a year abroad)
University of St AndrewsProgram Overview
The Modern Languages (French and Spanish) and Classical Studies (With a year abroad) at University of St Andrews is a MA programme in Humanities over 60 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Modern Languages (French and Spanish) and Classical Studies (With a year abroad) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 17,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: St Andrews, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Modern Languages (French and Spanish) and Classical Studies (With a year abroad) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
- The integrated year abroad is completed in a country where Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish is spoken:
- There are no year abroad placements for Persian or Comparative Literature; however, if you are taking Persian or Comparative Literature with another language, you may be able to complete an integrated year abroad for the other language.
- Russian language students can complete study placements in Estonia or Kazakhstan, or organise a work placement in a Russian-speaking country themselves.
- If you want to spend time in more than one country, it may be possible to split the integrated year abroad across two countries and/or to combine an integrated year abroad with a study abroad semester.
- Working abroad as an integrated year of your degree is an enriching opportunity that enhances your language skills and employment prospects.
- Language assistantships with the British Council are a popular year abroad option. Alternatively, with agreement from the School, students can organise their own work placement.
- Year abroad placements are not guaranteed; placements are subject to academic performance and approval and are competitive.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entrance requirements for 2016-2017
First year entry
SQA HighersAAAB
GCE A-LevelsAAB
IB points36
SubjectsFrench
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,890 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of St Andrews directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of St Andrews
University of St Andrews
St Andrews, United Kingdom
The University of St Andrews, founded in 1413, is Scotland’s oldest university and one of the most prestigious institutions in the United Kingdom. Located in the historic coastal town of St...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 60 months
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