BA Modern Languages / Drama and Theatre
Aberystwyth University
UCAS Code: RW90 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Aberystwyth University
UCAS Code: RW90 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
UCAS Tariff
Accepted in lieu of one A-Level, excluding any specified subjects.
About this course
If you are looking for an exciting, diverse and challenging programme, combining the study of language and culture with drama theory and theatre practice, then this degree is for you. Modern Languages / Drama and Theatre at Aberystwyth University will empower you to develop your skills and capacities as a theatre-maker and creative thinker with the ability to communicate in a foreign language.
**Why study Modern Languages / Drama and Theatre studies at Aberystwyth University?**
- As a student in the Department of Theatre, Film and Television Studies you will be joining a vibrant and creative department where drama and theatre, film and media, scenography and theatre design collide. The Drama and Theatre component of this degree is a challenging and creative one, where you will be exposed to an unique combination of creative and critical approaches.
- Students benefit from our close connections with key industry partners, including National Theatre Wales, Music Theatre Wales, Quarantine Theatre Company, and Theatr Genedlaethol Cymru. We are also located adjacent to the Aberystwyth Arts Centre, one of the largest Arts Centres in Wales, which regularly presents national and international theatre and dance performances.
- Our exceptional facilities and resources for practical work includes three rehearsal studios, each with flexible technical facilities; two large professionally-equipped studios with digital lighting rigs controlled via ETC Congo and Strand Lighting consoles, Yamaha and Soundcraft PAs, Sanyo AV systems and Strand lighting and two NXAMP; and costume and wardrobe facilities.
- You can study your choice of languages from beginners' or advanced level - choose from French, German, Spanish and Italian. Beginners will follow an intensive course in the first year.
- You will receive four hours of linguistic and grammar classes per week. The Department of Modern Languages is a relatively small and close-knit department, which means that you will benefit from our unique approach to language development. All of our language tutors are native speakers or experts in the relevant target language.
- Your year abroad will be spent in a country related to your chosen language. You can choose to study at one of our partnered universities, undertake a paid or unpaid work placement, or a combination of the two.
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Extra funding
Aberystwyth University offers a valuable package of scholarships and bursaries to support students. Our long-established Entrance Examination competition means you could get up to £2,000 a year towards your living and study costs. You can combine that with any or all of our other awards, to make your financial package more valuable. Our awards include Sport and Music Scholarships, Bursaries for Care Leavers/Young Carers/Estranged Students and a range of department specific awards. Please visit our website for full details.
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Department of Modern Languages
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