Modern Languages and Business Studies BA Honours
UCAS Code: TN92 (4 Years)

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered. 

+ A Levels

ABB including French, German or Spanish at grade A with B in GCSE Mathematics. Where a candidate wishes to study a single language from beginners level and is not studying an A Level in a language then B in a language at GCSE is required.

+ Scottish Qualifications

AABBB at Higher Grade, including French, German or Spanish at grade A. Mathematics required at grade 2 Standard Grade (or Intermediate 2 equivalent). Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Where a candidate wishes to study a single language from beginners level and does not have a language at Higher Grade, then grade 2 Standard Grade (or Intermediate 2 equivalent) is required in a language.

+ International Baccalaureate

A minimum of 34 points with Higher Level French or German or Spanish at grade 6 or above. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. Where a candidate wishes to study a single language from beginners level and does not have a language at IB Higher Level then Grade 5 in a language at IB Standard Level is required.

+ Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1B1B1B at Higher Level, including French, German or Spanish at grade A . Ordinary Level Mathematics at grade A required if not offered at Higher Level. Where a candidate wishes to study a single language from beginners level and does not have a language at Higher Level, then grade A in a language at Ordinary Level is required.

+ Access Qualifications

Candidates are welcomed and considered on an individual basis. Evidence of study in the relevant languages to a suitable level is also required.

+ BTEC Level 5 HND

Applicants offering a BTEC Higher National Diploma will be considered on an individual basis.

+ BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

Applicants offering a BTEC National Diploma will be considered on an individual basis.

+ Cambridge Pre-U

D3,M2,M2 in Principal Subjects including French, German or Spanish grade D3. GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade B) is also required. Where a candidate wishes to study a language from beginners level and is not studying a Principal Subject in a language, then B in a language at GCSE is required.

+ PARTNERS - A Levels

BBB including French, German or Spanish at grade B. GCSE Mathematics (minimum grade B) is also required. Where a candidate wishes to study a single language from beginners level and is not studying an A Level in a language then B in a language at GCSE is required.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

Applicants offering a BTEC National Diploma will be considered on an individual basis.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Visit our International Students webpages to find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

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