This course, combining history with degree-level study in French language and culture, is open to beginners in French as well as post-A level students. You will study general approaches and concepts in history alongside specialised history modules in the French context.
Absolute beginners, GCSE, AS (beginners' entry), or A level students (post-A level entry) in French are warmly invited to apply.
**Beginners' French**
As a beginner you will follow an intensive language course designed to take you to degree level within four years.
**Post-A level French**
As a post-A level student you will take language classes at an advanced level.
On both routes - post-A level or beginners' - you will divide your time equally between French and history.
For the history part of the degree, in the first year, you will take a core foundational module introducing key concepts and approaches and optional modules in areas that interest you.
Course Details - Modules
In year one, if you are taking French post-A level you will take two compulsory core modules. You will also choose further optional modules focusing on literature, French history or contemporary France
If you are starting French at beginners' level, you will take 40 credits of core modules in the target language to take you from beginners' to advanced level. You will also take a 20 credit core modules where you'll read French texts in translation.
In History you will you will take 60 credits of modules. Your core is module is Learning History. This module will show you how to reflect on the nature of history as a discipline and develop skills required for the writing and debating of history by practising skills and exploring methodology
In year two you will take 60 credits of French modules. On the beginners' route you will continue to work intensively on key skills in the French language in preparation for the year abroad. You will also take a core Introduction to French and Francophone Studies module. On the post-A level route your French language studies will be consolidated to prepare you for the year abroad. You will also choose from a range of modules in French and Francophone literature, culture and society, history, politics, linguistics and film.
In year two history you will take 60 credits of History modules. You will be able to select from an array of optional modules covering an extremely wide chronological and geographical range.
Your third academic year is spent in France or a Francophone country either following a programme of studies in a higher education institution, working as an assistant in a school or on a work placement
Year four is back in Nottingham. You will take 60 credits in French. French, beginners' and post-A level students will take the same core language module and all students will choose from a range of optional modules. You will develop your command of French to a high level and use it in increasingly sophisticated contexts. You will also study optional modules drawn from the areas of literature, culture and society, history, politics, visual culture and linguistics. You may write a dissertation in French studies.
In history you will take 60 credits in History. You will select a Special Subject (which involves in-depth study of a particular topic taught in seminars) and one optional module. In addition, you can take specialist modules based on the research we are currently doing both in History and in French.
Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies and the Department of History, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January 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.
Application Codes
Course code:
RV11
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Including History. French also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Sottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including History and French. No language is required for beginners pathway.
Pass with 60 credits overall; 45 at level 3. Of the 45 credits, at least 21 should be graded Merit or above and this must include 9 credits of History graded Distinction. A Level French grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
Including History and French. No language is required for beginners pathway. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required. A Level French (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.
If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Including 5 points in History at Higher Level. If studying French post A Level you will also need either 5 points in French Higher Level or 6 points in French at Standard Level (Programme B). No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside A Level History grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent). A Level French grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required. A Level French (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History (or UoN accepted equivalent) required. A Level French (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. A Level History grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent). A Level French grade B (or UoN accepted equivalent) also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
Including History. French also required for post A Level study but no language required for beginners pathway.
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including 8.0 in History. If taking post A Level then 8.0 in French. No language qualification is required for beginners pathway.
GCSE requirements – English grade C (numeric grade 4)
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
20000.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
International
20000.0
Year 1
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Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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