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

Key Course Facts
Course Description
A study of linguistics combined with practical Italian will give you a unique insight into the country's culture and character. Our world-leading linguists will guide you through syntax, semantics, phonetics and phonology, while our immersive Italian teaching instills the language skills and cultural understanding essential for high-level communication. A year abroad gives you a chance to live and breathe in the language and culture, consolidating your skills and understanding.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 52 graduates of Italian and Linguistics (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 Linguistics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Italian and Linguistics (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 Italian and Linguistics (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 | £20000 | £22500 | £26500 |
25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £24000 | £17500 - £26500 | £21000 - £33000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Linguistics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21811 | £23282 | £26889 |
25-75 percentile range | £18415 - £26018 | £17874 - £29038 | £20638 - £34847 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Italian and Linguistics (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.
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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 Italian and Linguistics (with year abroad) BA (Hons) at The University of York
20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
20% | Administrative occupations |
15% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Sales occupations |
5% | Media Professionals |
5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
5% | Caring personal services |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Welfare and housing 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
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Qualification requirements
You'll take the Italian part of this programme ab initio (ie, from scratch, or with a qualification below A-level).
Acceptable without Scottish Advanced Highers.
Acceptable in conjunction with Scottish Highers.
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.
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level
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
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Italian and Linguistics (with year abroad), BA (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Italian and Linguistics (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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- #5
- #6
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- English
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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- #13
- #15
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- Linguistics
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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- #9
- #91
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- Linguistics
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 20 April, 2022]
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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%
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 20 April, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- - Academic Reputation 30%
- Employer Reputation 10%
- Research Citations Per Paper 30%
- H-index 30%