Modern Languages, Communication and Cultures (Beginner Pathway) MA (Hons)

Reino Unido

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¿Qué aprenderé?

The MA (Hons) Modern Languages, Communication and Culture programme at Heriot-Watt University gives you the chance to study a modern language of your choice from a beginner level to a proficient standard.

The MA Modern Languages, Communication and Culture programme is taught by global leaders and is a clear example of our career-focused approach to language studies. Heriot-Watt University ranked 2nd for German and 3rd for French in Scotland in the Complete University Guide 2022. We are also accredited as a higher education partner by the Chartered Institute of Linguists.

This degree allows you to choose either Chinese, French, German or Spanish. Language skills are combined with advanced communication skills and studied alongside the societies, cultures, and political systems of the countries where your chosen language is spoken. 

In your third year, youll spend at least one semester working or studying abroad at one of our partner universities. This is a great opportunity to further develop your language skills, as you will be immersed in the language and culture you are studying.

This degree can be studied by individuals with no prior language learning, using Heriot-Watt's tried and tested beginner pathway for language learning, which allows you to catch up during your first year and join standard language courses by year two of the degree. 

There is sufficient flexibility in the programme structure to allow you to select courses in areas of specific interest, such as business, economics, and intercultural studies. Beyond the subject-specific knowledge and skills, youll be given the opportunity to learn and practice transferrable skills such as presentation, communication, analytical and ICT skills.

Youll benefit from the industry relevance of the programme, which will set you up for life after graduation. This degree will provide you with opportunities for a global career. Upon completion, youll be equipped with transferable communication and language skills that are required to enter the employment market in a strong position.

Potential career paths

  • Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
  • Finance Professionals
  • Business and public service associate professionals

¿En cuál departamento estoy?

Languages and Intercultural Studies

Opciones de estudio

a tiempo completo (4 )

Costos de estudio
£19.456,00 (US$ 25.126) por año
£19456 Per year

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Fecha de inicio

Septiembre 2025

Lugar

Edinburgh Campus

Riccarton,

Edinburgh,

Edinburgh, City Of,

EH14 4AS, SCOTLAND, Scotland

a tiempo completo (4 )

Costos de estudio
£19.456,00 (US$ 25.126) por año
Esta es una tarifa fija

*El precio que se muestra es una referencia, por favor verificar con la institución

Fecha de inicio

Septiembre 2025

Lugar

Edinburgh Campus

Edinburgh,

Edinburgh,

EH14 4AS, Scotland, United Kingdom

Requerimiento de entrada

Para estudiantes internacionales

Year 1 Standard entry requirements - Highers AABB (A in chosen language, unless studying Beginner Pathway). A-Levels BBC - ABB (B in chosen language, unless studying Beginner Pathway). Int. Baccalaureate 30 points (HL 5 in chosen language, unless studying Beginner Pathway). BTEC DDM. HNC B in graded unit. HND BB. Please check that you meet our University-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements. Year 1 Minimum entry requirements - Highers BBBC (B in chosen Language). A-Levels BCC (B in chosen Language). Year 2 - A-Level: ABB with A in chosen language. Advanced Higher: BB with B in main Language and AABB at Higher. Year 3 - Advanced Highers or A-Level results may be considered on an individual basis. IELTS Academic - 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5. TOEFL iBT - 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).

Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.

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