Modern Languages
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About Modern Languages at Newcastle
Study up to three languages, spend a year abroad and graduate with a range of skills and fluency in a global language. We offer teaching in:
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Japanese
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Combine your language studies with translation and interpreting, business studies, or linguistics, with our flexible and multi-disciplinary courses.
What we offer
Year abroad: All of our Modern Language degrees include a year abroad, so you can immerse yourself in the countries and cultures whose languages you are studying, while perfecting your language skills.
Outstanding facilities: Our award-winning Language Resources Centre hosts learning resources in 150 languages, specialist language-learning software and over 3,000 films and TV shows in dozens of languages.
Renowned staff: Our language degrees are taught by professional language tutors and research-active staff with international reputations in their specialist fields.
13th in the UK
Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 (French category)
13th in the UK
Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 (Iberian Languages category)
11th in the UK
Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 (German category)
Top 200 for Modern Languages
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
Your career path
Ability in languages is highly regarded by employers across all sectors, including industry and business. Employers value the linguistic skills and cultural awareness of graduates.
With ever more European and international connections, language skills are important and give you a real advantage in applying for a wide range of graduate jobs.
For some graduates teaching is a popular career choice, undertaking primary and secondary Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) or teaching English abroad. Others go into jobs where their language skills are desirable, such as the media, sales, e-commerce, and areas of finance.
Chinese Studies OR Japanese Studies BA Honours
UCAS code: TT124 years | BA Honours
Prepare for a career working with organisations and companies in East Asia by immersing yourself in Chinese Studies or Japanese Studies at Newcastle University.
Linguistic with Chinese or Japanese BA Honours
UCAS code: Q1T44 years | BA Honours
Explore how language works and how it's structured, while you study Mandarin Chinese or Japanese. Join our Linguistics with Chinese or Japanese BA programme.
Linguistic with French BA Honours
UCAS code: Q1R14 years | BA Honours
Explore how language works and how it’s structured, alongside the study of French, when you join our Linguistics with French BA Honours undergraduate course.
Linguistic with German BA Honours
UCAS code: Q1R24 years | BA Honours
Explore how language works and how it’s structured, alongside the study of German. Find out more about our Linguistics with German BA Hons undergraduate course.
Linguistic with Spanish BA Honours
UCAS code: Q1R44 years | BA Honours
Explore how language works and how it’s structured, while building your fluency in Spanish. Learn about our Linguistics with Spanish BA Honours programme.
Modern Languages and Business Studies BA Honours
UCAS code: TN924 years | BA Honours
Get ready for a global career with our Modern Language and Business Studies undergraduate degree, preparing you with language expertise and business acumen.
Modern Languages and International Relations BA Honours
UCAS code: TL124 years | BA Honours
Our Modern Languages and International Relations degree combines the study of one or two languages with key concepts in international relations and politics.
Modern Languages and Linguistics BA Honours
UCAS code: QT194 years | BA Honours
Develop expert knowledge of two languages and gain an insight into how languages change and develop over time on our Modern Languages and Linguistics degree.
Modern Languages BA Honours
UCAS code: T9014 years | BA Honours
Master up to three languages on our highly flexible Modern Languages BA degree course and prepare yourself for a career as an engaged, global citizen.
Modern Languages, Translation and Interpreting
UCAS code: R9Q94 years | BA Honours
Study two languages and develop highly sought-after translation and interpreting skills, so you're prepared for a career as an engaged, global citizen.
Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies BA Honours
UCAS code: RT474 years | BA Honours
Immerse yourself in the study of Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American histories, cultures and societies on this vibrant undergraduate degree.
Combined Honours BA Honours
UCAS code: Y0013 years | BA Honours
Combine two or three of more than 20 subjects and create a unique degree that develops your independence, adaptability, confidence and self-assurance.
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