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Bachelor of Modern Languages and Drama
Royal Holloway, University of London
- Egham, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages and Drama is a 4-year full-time undergraduate course in Modern Languages taught at the Egham campus of Royal Holloway.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Modern Languages and Drama. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Modern Languages and Drama.
Career outcomes
- International business
- Finance
- Media and communications
- The arts
- Law
- Translation and interpreting
- Travel and tourism
- Consultancy
- Teaching
- International management
- Publishing
- Banking
- Politics
- Civil service
- Sales and marketing
- Advanced study
Curriculum
- 4-Year full-time degree. First-year core modules include Critical Analysis for Linguists
- Theatre and Performance Making 1 and Theatre and Text 1. Later years add French Language II and German Language II.
Entry requirements
Academic
- A Levels: ABB-BBC. Required subjects: A-level in the appropriate language(s) at grade B for the advanced level language pathway. There is no language requirement for the beginners' language pathway but at least one essay-based subject is required at grade B and only one language can be studied at this level. International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page.
Accepted academic background
A levels or equivalent (IB, European Baccalaureate, Country-specific qualifications), Some countries require an International Foundation Year before entry, GCSE/equivalent English and maths on some courses.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 67
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate when applicable
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Financial documentation
- Program-specific supporting materials when required.
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements and the UCAS equal-consideration deadline of 13 January 2027 (international applications are considered until 30 June 2027 if places remain) at official website 2. Apply through UCAS with Royal Holloway's institution code R72 and the course's UCAS code. Send a transcript or certificate if the Admissions Office asks (A level
- BTEC and IB results are verified through UCAS). No portfolio is required as standard. Reply to your offers by the UCAS deadline and apply for halls when accommodation applications open.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £24,600 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £75 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Egham |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Humanities |
| Department | Modern Languages |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 480 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | Royal Holloway, University of London may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
61 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 13 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £24,600 GBP per year. The application fee is £75 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £14,500 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 67, IELTS Academic 6.5.

