Modern Languages (French and Spanish) and Linguistics (MLang) drafted
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
On this integrated master’s degree, you will become fluent in 2 languages that play a key role on the world stage. You’ll develop a deep understanding of the linguistics structures of both countries, as you work towards master’s level in your final year. You’ll also spend a year studying abroad.
Following our unique system of language development, you will start at a level that matches your ability in spoken and written French and Spanish, which will help you progress quickly. If you are not proficient in one of these languages, you can choose to start your learning as part of this course.
As well as gaining fluency in your chosen languages, you will specialise in linguistics and explore the structure, use and psychology of French and Spanish. If you wish, you can also study the cultures, histories, politics, and societies of French and Spanish-speaking countries.
We'll give you access to excellent resources to support your learning, through the
Centre for Language Study
.In year 2, we'll prepare you for the following year studying abroad in a French or Spanish-speaking country. This is an exciting opportunity that will increase your fluency and cultural communication skills, and boost your employability.
Explore your country options
– choose Humanities and scroll to the list for Modern Languages.By the final year, you will have gained the skills and knowledge to produce a dissertation on your chosen area of expertise, with support from a supervisor.
This master’s-level degree will equip you with the vital language, linguistics and analytical skills for travel, work, or doctoral research all over the world.
Course lead
Your course lead is
Dr Michael Kranert
.His research interests range from comparative discourse analysis to language ideologies, with a particular focus on English and German speaking countries.
Find out more on his staff profile
.Program Outline
Each year combines compulsory modules to build your mastery of French and Spanish with a wide range of options. This allows you to tailor your learning to suit your interests and ambitions.
You'll take Linguistics modules specific to French and Spanish, but also more general topics in areas such as psycholinguistics, discourse analysis, and phonetics. You can also take modules from
different subject areas
, or learn a third language.To give you the best possible start, we use our system of 7 language levels to work out your proficiency in French and Spanish. We can then make sure our teaching develops your skills as effectively as possible.
Year 1 overview
This year provides an introduction to cultural forms, political and historical issues, and linguistics. You’ll take compulsory accelerated French and Spanish language modules to rapidly improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
You’ll then be able to choose from a wide range of optional modules, including those from other subject areas.
Year 2 overview
You’ll continue to develop your French and Spanish language skills and you’ll take a module that prepares you for your year abroad, including the research project you’ll do while you’re away.
As in Year 1, you will again choose from a wide range of optional modules to tailor your degree to areas that interest you.
Year 3 overview
You’ll spend a year abroad on a
study placement
at a partner university in a French or Spanish-speaking country.You’ll also work on your research skills, developing your the ability to:
demonstrate originality of thought and approach
undertake independent information collection work
engage with theoretical approaches applicable to your chosen areas of study
make relevant connections between different critical methodologies and use
Find out
more about the year abroad
.Year 4 overview
After returning to the UK, you’ll take master's-level modules and can focus on areas of interest you've developed during your studies.
We will support you in your return to university from your year abroad and help you to talk about your experiences in a way that enhances your employability.
You’ll continue to develop your writing and speaking skills, and be able to choose further optional modules.
You'll also complete your
dissertation
, focusing on a research interest that you have developed during the programme.Want more detail?
See all the modules in the course.
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For Academic year 202324
A-levels
AAA including French or Spanish
A-levels additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Strong candidates with an A level in one language but with no previous knowledge of the other language may still apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated language classes from beginner’s level.
More information about A-levelsA-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows: AAB including French or Spanish
or
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Pass, with 36 points overall with 18 points at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in French or Spanish
More information about International Baccalaureate DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
International Baccalaureate Career Programme (IBCP) statement
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
or
BTEC
Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Diploma plus A in A level French or Spanish. Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC National Diploma plus A in A level French or Spanish. Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AA in A level French or Spanish and one further A level.
RQF BTEC
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Additional information
The University aims to recruit students from a wide range of backgrounds who we believe have the potential and motivation to succeed on our challenging programmes. We are committed to fair admissions and strive to ensure we give equal consideration to all applicants who possess the necessary knowledge and skills.
More information about BTECQCF BTEC
Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Extended Diploma plus A in A level French or Spanish. Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Diploma plus A in A level French or Spanish. Distinction in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AA in A level French or Spanish and one further A level.
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
orEntry requirements filter options
Show more entry requirementsAccess to HE Diploma Irish Leaving Certificate Scottish Qualification offers Cambridge Pre-U Welsh Baccalaureate
Access to HE Diploma
60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 45 must be at Distinction, plus A in A level French or Spanish.
Access to HE additional information
Irish Leaving Certificate
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2017)
H1 H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 including French or Spanish
Irish Leaving Certificate (first awarded 2016)
A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 A2 including French or Spanish
Scottish Qualification
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education.
Please see the
University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF)
for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge Pre-U
D3 D3 D3 in three principal subjects including French or Spanish
Cambridge Pre-U additional information
Welsh Baccalaureate
AAA from 3 A levels including French or Spanish or AA from two A levels including French or Spanish and A from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
Welsh Baccalaureate additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Welsh Baccalaureate contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Other requirements
UK students
International students
Other ways to qualify
GCSE requirements
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Find the
equivalent international qualifications
for our entry requirements.English language requirements
If English isn't your first language, you'll need to complete an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to demonstrate your competence in English. You'll need all of the following scores as a minimum:
IELTS score requirements
overall score
6.5
reading
6.0
writing
6.0
speaking
6.0
listening
6.0
We accept other English language tests.
Find out which English language tests we accept.
You might meet our criteria in other ways if you do not have the qualifications we need. Find out more about:
our
Access to Southampton scheme
for students living permanently in the UK (including residential summer school, application support and scholarship)skills you might have gained through work or other life experiences (otherwise known as
recognition of prior learning
)Find out more about our
Admissions Policy
.Students requiring a visa to study in the UK
In addition to the University’s own English language proficiency requirements, the UK Home Office sets its own minimum standards for applicants requiring a visa to study in the UK. The current requirements are that:
English Language Tests
The University of Southampton accepts the following UKVI Secure English Language Tests:
Secure English Language Tests
must be dated within the two years immediately preceding the programme start date
as set out in any offer letter issued by the University.The University of Southampton also accepts the following English Language Tests:
Tests taken at a centralised test centre/venue:
iBT
(Test of English as a Foreign Language) The University of Southampton does not recognise MyBest scores and will only accept scores taken in one sitting within the 2 years immediately preceding the programme start date. Please note, we currently do not accept the TOEFLiBT
Paper Edition.Tests taken at home:
Non-SELT English Language Tests
must usually be dated within the two years immediately preceding the programme start date
as set out in any offer letter issued by the University.
Notes:
* You must present both certificates for the LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Bands FY, A, B, C, D, E) and the LanguageCert Level 2 Certificate in ESOL International (Bands F, G, H, I)
The University does not recognise any test not listed above.
