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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture course at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,B
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economic factors which may have impacted an applicant’s education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Grade B at A level in the appropriate language(s) for the advanced level language pathway. For the beginners language pathway there is no language requirement but only one language can be studied at beginners level.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Spanish | B |
| Biology | C |
| English Literature | B |
| French | B |
| History | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Fine Art | A |
| Spanish | A* |
| Craft and Design | B |
| English Language and Literature | B |
| English Literature | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| French | B |
| English Literature | B |
| Spanish | B |
| History | B |
| Government and Politics | B |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| German | B |
| Drama and Theatre Studies | A* |
| English Literature | B |
| French | C |
| Geography | C |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Spanish | B |
| French | B |
| English Literature | B |
| History | B |
| Business Studies | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: RW96
Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture course.
This Joint Honours course you will deepen your understanding of the visual arts, and give you the opportunity to gain fluency in the language of your choice - French, German, Italian or Spanish.
Whether you start at beginners’, advanced or native-speaker level, you will study the core language components for the language you have chosen, gaining skills in writing, reading, speaking and listening. All our teaching is led by native speakers.
The remainder of your modern languages study will give you an opportunity to explore the literature, art, culture and history of the language area you are studying, from seventeenth-century French theatre to representations of childhood and youth in German culture, and from Italian fashion and design to visual arts from all the corners of the Spanish-speaking world. As a modern linguist, you will develop excellent communication and research skills, and combine proficiency in multiple languages with cross-cultural perspectives.
In your third year you will have the opportunity to spend a year working, teaching or studying abroad, where you will immerse yourself in another language and culture, truly broadening your horizons in the process.
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On graduation you will have language and analytical skills in a modern language together with additional knowledge of culture, society and history, culture and society that will give you a valuable competitive edge in an increasingly globalised world.
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Our research staff are engaged in research at the highest level internationally; we are in the top 10 of UK Modern Language departments for research quality and the top in London (Research Assessment Exercise 2014).
History of Art and Visual Culture will give you the skills to read, interpret and analyse images and artefacts across cultures. You will benefit from the research expertise of staff in the School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, engaging in the key phases in the development of the history of art and visual culture of Europe and Latin America, equipping you with the skills You can take courses on key historical skills and take options that combine the study of art history with that of photography, film and other media, ranging from medieval times to contemporary visual culture.
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Make use of Royal Holloway’s exceptional collection of Victorian Art housed in the Founder’s Picture Gallery
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Choose options in Visual Culture from across the School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures
In the event of a no-deal Brexit, we will commit to providing 2019 and 2020 entry students with a subsidy equivalent to current Erasmus+ funding (where this would have previously been funded by the Erasmus+ scheme). To find out more visit the Erasmus+ page.
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Choose beginners’, advanced or native-speaker level French, German, Spanish or Italian.
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Spend a year abroad working, studying or teaching.
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Make use of our renowned Founder’s Picture Gallery and new Exhibition Space.
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Options in art history, photography and film.
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Interpret and analyse images, artefacts and media.
Source: Royal Holloway, University of London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Location
Main Site | Egham
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time including placement abroad
Subjects
• History of art
• French studies
• German studies
• Spanish studies
• Italian studies
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £26,800 per year |
| International | £26,800 per year |
The modules you will study
Please refer to our website for information: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/mllc/modern-languages-and-history-of-art-and-visual-culture.aspx
How you will be assessed
Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.
Royal Holloway, University of London student reviews
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2nd year student
1 year ago
Things a little expensive but there's always something on. Summer Ball ticketing is a bit of a joke. They offer a certain number of cheaper tickets early but you have to be lightning fast to secure the.ticket at th e cheaper price. Plenty of variety and bars eating and shops
2nd year student
1 year ago
There's always something on , Egham a bit run down but campus socialising is great. There's everything you need on campus ,although exploring further afield like Windsor and London is reasonable on the train.
2nd year student
1 year ago
This is my main negative with this university. I was in really nice halls Kingswood 1st year. Affordable nice location. 2nd year halls were not an option so had to find private. Expensive. The student finance maintenance loan.does not cover then full cost. Work opportunities are few at the univers...
2nd year student
1 year ago
Support has been OK.
2nd year student
1 year ago
Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.
2nd year student
1 year ago
As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Royal Holloway, University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
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During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
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Other NSS questions
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During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
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88%
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88%
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
92%
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
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Learning opportunities
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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
67%
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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
82%
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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
95%
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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
77%
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Assessment and feedback
96%
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Assessment and feedback
96%
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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
92%
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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
100%
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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
97%
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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
87%
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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
100%
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Academic support
100%
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Academic support
100%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
100%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
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Organisation and management
81%
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Organisation and management
81%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
89%
high
How well organised is your course?
72%
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Learning resources
97%
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Learning resources
97%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
100%
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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
100%
high
Student voice
83%
high
Student voice
83%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
70%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
97%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
95%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
100%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
97%
high
Student information
The Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture course at Royal Holloway, University of London features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Royal Holloway, University of London graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
70%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
75%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Media Professionals
10%
Teaching Professionals
Graduate statistics
63%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
87%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
30%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
25%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Administrative occupations
9%
Teaching Professionals
8%
Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
The Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for Royal Holloway, University of London graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£25.2k
First year after graduation
£27.7k
Third year after graduation
£33.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£23.4k
First year after graduation
£26.6k
Third year after graduation
£32.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Culture.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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