German and Italian Language (with year abroad) BA (Hons)
The University of York

Key Course Facts
Course Description
Our course combines practical study of French and German with investigations into the nature of language itself. You'll gain an understanding of French and German culture and society which will underpin your abilities as a high-level communicator in both languages. You'll be confident using your languages not only as a means of communication, but also as a medium for critical thought. You'll spend a year abroad in German and French-speaking countries, consolidating your language skills while studying, teaching, or working in industry.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 7 graduates of German and Italian Language (with year abroad) BA (Hons) at The University of York for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Italian Language.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Italian Language courses of The University of York
Salary
Salary of Graduates of German and Italian Language (with year abroad) BA (Hons) at The University of York
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of German and Italian Language (with year abroad) BA (Hons) 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 | |
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Median salary | £22000 | £23000 | £27500 |
25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £24500 | £18500 - £27500 | £22000 - £34500 |
All Italian Language courses of The University of York
Salary of all UK Graduates of Italian Language
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23000 | £24395 | £27309 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £26689 | £17964 - £32130 | £19955 - £37840 |
All Italian Language courses of UK
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of German and Italian Language (with year abroad), BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
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.
All Italian Language courses of The University of York
Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of German and Italian Language (with year abroad) BA (Hons) at The University of York
15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
15% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Caring personal services |
10% | Customer service occupations |
10% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
All Italian Language courses of The University of York
Qualification requirements
Essential Subjects: German (or equivalent) at grade B is essential. We expect that applicants who wish to study Italian will not be studying for an A Level in Italian, and will take our ab initio route.
Only acceptable in conjunction with Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction and 9 at Merit or higher including German-related units.
Acceptable in conjunction with Scottish Highers. Advanced Higher German is essential.
If you achieve C or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.
With 6 in Higher Level German.
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level German (or equivalent qualification) at grade B is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level German equivalent.
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in German (or equivalent qualification) at grade B is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level German equivalent.
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.
Cambridge Pre-U German at grade M2 is essential.
Although we do not typically hold interviews for this course, mature candidates and those with special circumstances and/or qualifications may be invited to attend an interview. We may also interview candidates who are native speakers or who have lived in a country where they have been immersed in the language they wish to study, to ascertain suitability for the course. We consider a wide range of qualifications for entry. We may also make reduced offers where applicants are eligible for our contextual offer scheme, or are taking specific additional qualifications.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
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Costs
Tuition Fees German and Italian Language (with year abroad) BA (Hons)
EU | £19600 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £19600 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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, 2024
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 The University of York in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of York in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #13
- #15
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- Italian
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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- #15
- #18
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- Modern Languages & Linguistics
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The Guardian UK University League Tables by Subject
[Published ]
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What students say about studying Italian Language in the UK?
About The University of York
The University of York, usually abbreviated to Ebor, is a collegiate research university based in the historic and picturesque city of York, England. It has two main campuses, East and West, which are just a few minute’s walking distance apart. It also has another site known as King’s Manor just North-West of the city centre.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 24 September, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -The Guardian University League Tables by Subject:
- Student to Staff Ratio 15%
Entry Standards 15%
Expenditure per Student 5%
Continuation 15% (non-medical subjects) OR 5% (medical subjects)
NSS - Teaching 8%
NSS - Assessment & Feedback 8%
NSS - Overall Satisfaction 4%
Career Prospects 15%
Value added 15%