Modern Languages and Cymraeg (Welsh) BA (Hons)
Bangor University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Modern Languages and Cymraeg (Welsh) BA (Hons) and other courses in Welsh Studies at Bangor University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Welsh Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Languages and Area Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Welsh Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20000 | £20000 | £23500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £25500 | £14000 - £23500 | £17000 - £28000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Languages and Area Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26479 | £23487 | £27673 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23411 - £30360 | £18271 - £29783 | £21145 - £36720 |
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Course Description
This degree provides an exciting opportunity to learn about languages, culture and history in a Welsh and international context. You can combine a Modern language (Chinese, French, German, Italian or Spanish, from beginners or advanced level) with the study of Welsh. Half your taught modules in each year will be in modern languages and half will be in Welsh. In Welsh, you will learn about diverse aspects of Welsh culture from a variety of different periods, while language modules will help you to thrive in a bilingual and multilingual environment.
All modern language modules include written skills (e.g. translation and essay writing) and oral skills taught by a native speaker.
Optional modules available in modern languages allow you to gain insight into the cinema, literature, history, and culture of the country whose language you are studying.
Within Cymraeg, you will have the opportunity to learn about aspects of Welsh culture and history that will complement what you will study in Modern Languages. This will include learning about how novels, poetry and other cultural forms have shaped the identity of Wales over a variety of different periods.
There are also extra-curricular activities that will both boost your subject knowledge and allow you to get to know your fellow students. These include cultural and social events organised by student-run societies in the academic departments. In addition, Pontio – Bangor University’s Arts and Innovation Centre – means that there will be a range of cultural events taking place only a short walk away from where many of your classes will be taking place.
‘Placement Year’ and 'International Experience Year’ options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to fully consider these options when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto such a pathway at the appropriate time. You can find more information about these options on our website and if you have any questions, please get in touch.
If you don’t have the required qualifications for this degree-level course or are looking to re-enter education after time away from study, then a Foundation Year Programme might be the right choice for you. Please see Modern Languages (with Foundation Year) R808 or Welsh for Beginners Q565.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Modern Languages and Cymraeg (Welsh) BA (Hons) at Bangor University
| 35% | Customer service occupations |
| 10% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Information Technology Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Level 3 qualifications can also be considered in conjunction with another qualification in Welsh and/or a relevant Modern Language (e.g. A level or IB Higher). No Modern Language required for language-beginners' route. For those seeking to study Chinese, a demonstrable interest, but no prior knowledge required.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Welsh Studies
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Access to HE Diploma
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
We allow you flexibility in meeting our entry requirements and accept a broad range of qualifications. We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas. Level 3 qualifications can be considered in conjunction with another qualification in relevant Modern Language and/or Welsh ( e.g. A level, or IB Higher). We also welcome applications from mature learners and/or those with other qualifications are considered on individual merit. If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have completed) listed above, please contact us for advice: [email protected] No Modern Language required for language-beginners' route. For those seeking to study Chinese: a demonstrable interest in, but no prior knowledge of Chinese required. If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, you may be able to gain entry to this course via a Foundation Year route. Please see: Modern Languages with Foundation Year (R808) or Welsh for Beginners (Q565). International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements), details at: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/applying/entryrequirements
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 5.5
- Others Pre-masters English 5 month program
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- 5.0
- Others Pre-masters English 6 month program
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- 4.5
- Others Pre-masters English 9 month program
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
Costs
Tuition Fees Modern Languages and Cymraeg (Welsh) BA (Hons)
| Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees and scholarship information for International applicants can be found here:
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Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About Bangor University
Founded in 1884 in Bangor, Wales, Bangor University offers strong support when it comes to student research initiatives. Some examples include the Environment Centre, a dedicated Language facility, and Europe’s largest underground root laboratory in Treborth Botanic Gardens. Additionally, the campus is situated less than 15 minutes away from Garth Pier on-foot, one of the main places to visit in Bangor.
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