University of Central Lancashire
Modern Languages (Chinese and Korean) BA (Hons)
University of Central Lancashire

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Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 90 graduates of Modern Languages (Chinese and Korean) BA (Hons) and other courses in Asian Studies at University of Central Lancashire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Asian Studies.

Overall student satisfaction
54 /100
90 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in languages and area studies

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Asian 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 £17000 £19500
25-75 percentile range £19000 - £21000 £13500 - £21500 £17000 - £24000


Salary of all UK Graduates of languages and area studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24000 £23397 £28956
25-75 percentile range £20000 - £28500 £16500 - £31259 £20544 - £38633

Course Description

Course overview

Prepare yourself for success in this truly global age, by learning two (or even three) modern languages – opening the doors to a world of opportunities for your future.

Master the basics of the Chinese language and acquire the essential skills of speaking, reading, listening, and writing in Korean as you immerse yourself in the cultures and societies where your chosen languages are spoken.

Why study this course

  • You’ll have the opportunity to work or study abroad for a short time to enhance your language skills, improve your confidence and experience a different culture.
  • You will choose to study two languages from Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish – with the chance to pick up a third later in your course.
  • Access our Worldwise Learning Centre, which offers you advice and support with the study of world languages, cultures, travelling, and working or studying abroad.

What you’ll do

  • Study two languages from Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish - with the chance to pick a third later in your course.
  • You’ll have the chance to learn through total immersion, by working or studying abroad – honing your skills, improving your confidence and experiencing a different culture.
  • Cultural diversity is one of our distinguishing features: you’ll learn from an experienced team of languages scholars that includes 20 different nationalities.

Future careers

Studying our BA (Hons) Modern Languages course can open the doors to a wide range of career options, whether at home and abroad – from finance and tourism, to teaching and government work.

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 Modern Languages (Chinese and Korean) BA (Hons) at University of Central Lancashire

15% Finance Professionals
15% Sales occupations
10% Elementary occupations
10% Elementary occupations
10%
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Engineering professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Administrative occupations
5%

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Asian Studies

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.0
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 2.5
    • Others - Further English courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 5.5
    • Graduate Degrees Engineering, some science
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees
    • 5.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Engineering, some science
    • 7.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees Journalism, Nursing
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Modern Languages (Chinese and Korean), BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Modern Languages (Chinese and Korean) BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1

Additional fee information

*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate

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)
  • year 2

University Rankings

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About University of Central Lancashire

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a government funded university located in the proud city of Preston, in Lancashire, England. The university’s main campus can be found right in the heart of the city, only a few minutes away from an assortment of shopping centres, entertainments and nightlife for those interested.

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postgraduates:
4915
Total:
21905
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