Newcastle University
Linguistics with Spanish BA (Hons)
Newcastle University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Linguistics with Spanish BA (Hons) and other courses in Linguistics at Newcastle University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Linguistics.

Overall student satisfaction
87 /100
35 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Linguistics

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Linguistics 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 £22000 £19500 £27500
25-75 percentile range £20000 - £25000 £17000 - £25000 £22500 - £29500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Linguistics

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24509 £24182 £28708
25-75 percentile range £21528 - £28251 £18797 - £30752 £21593 - £37501

Course Description

This degree combines the study of linguistics with Spanish, to explore how language works and what it does. You spend two thirds of your time concentrating on the structure, history and sociological aspects of the English language. The remaining third is devoted to studying Spanish language and culture. You will spend a year abroad in Stage 3, working or studying in a Spanish-speaking country.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Linguistics with Spanish BA (Hons) at Newcastle University

25% Finance Professionals
15% Welfare and housing associate professionals
10% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
10% Administrative occupations
10% Elementary occupations
5% Managers, directors and senior officials
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Media Professionals

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Linguistics

Qualification requirements

Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)

Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis

Access to HE Diploma

31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.

Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)

If Mathematics is not taken beyond GCSE, a grade 7, (or A) in GCSE Mathematics, or Core Mathematics grade B is essential

We especially welcome applications from mature students. We also particularly encourage applicants with some qualifications in mathematical and/or scientific fields. As the course contains a combination of scientific thinking, language skills, and mathematical reasoning, it may be especially suited to the personality of students who have enjoyed both mathematics/science and arts/humanities subjects.

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Others
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Linguistics with Spanish, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

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)

University Rankings

Positions of Newcastle University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Newcastle University in related subject specific rankings.

Languages & Literature

    • #11 
    • #14 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #10 
    Linguistics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #17 
    • #101 
    Linguistics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]

See all 32 university rankings of Newcastle University

About Newcastle University

Founded in 1834, Newcastle University is located in the small city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Less than an hour’s bus ride from the coast, this institution of higher education offers Undergraduates modern lecture theatres, state-of-the-art laboratories, and spaces for socialising and for being creative such as their Fine Arts Hub. Postgraduate students have their own library, complete with a laptop loan system and assistance from knowledgeable librarians to ensure that students have every means of succeeding.

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Student composition of Newcastle University

undergraduates:
20355
postgraduates:
5550
Total:
25905
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