Course Overview
Lancaster's four-year combined Spanish Studies and Philosophy degree is taught by our Department of European Languages and Cultures - ranked sixth in UK by The Complete University Guide 2011 - and our Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion (PPR) - ranked first in the Northwest in The Guardian University Guide 2011. Both departments have excellent national and international reputations for their teaching standards and for the calibre of their research.
Your degree begins with core courses including Introduction to Philosophy and Spanish Language (Intensive for Beginners or Advanced). As you progress, you'll be able to specialise according to your own interests and strengths, with a selection of modules and options such as Living Against Franco; Latin America and Spain on Film: Masculinities and Violence in Context; History of Philosophy, and Ethics: Theory and Practice.
You'll spend your third year working or studying in a Spanish-speaking country where you'll immerse yourself in the language and culture and complete the Residence Abroad: Intercultural and Academic Reflection module before returning to Lancaster to finish your degree.
For a list of compulsory modules, please see the tab above.
The language department is so friendly, the staff are really approachable and I have made some of my closest friends on my language courses.
Career opportunities
Our Spanish graduates often follow career opportunities in the Civil Service, the Diplomatic Service, the British Council and various international agencies. European business, politics and cultural communications are other popular options.
Lancaster's Philosophy graduates have entered into a variety of careers, taking their transferable skills such as analysis, assessment and weighing-up of arguments into occupations including law, IT consultancy, finance and government positions.
Many alumni decide to continue with their studies, at Lancaster and elsewhere. Postgraduate academic qualifications open up opportunities in higher education, while a professional qualification can lead to successful career paths such as interpreting.
Teaching is another option for language students, and many of our graduates choose to teach Spanish or English as a foreign language, in the UK and further afield.
Entry Requirements
A-level: AAB inc. Spanish unless this is to be studied from beginners' level, in which case applicants should have evidence of language-learning ability (e.g. an AS or A-level in another foreign language or GCSE grade A in a foreign language). We normally expect three A-levels.
General Studies: Accepted as one of 3 A-levels
Key skills: Not included in offer
Scottish Highers: ABBBB
Irish Leaving Cert: Offers will be made on the basis of 5 or 6 Higher level subjects. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (01524 592028) for further information
International Bacc: 35 pts overall with 15 pts from best three HL courses
BTEC: DDD/DDM
Mature students: Applications welcomed from mature students who can provide evidence of language-learning ability. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (01524 592028) for further information
IELTS: 6.5
For details of how we evaluate international qualifications, please click here.
Financial Support
Lancaster University's priority is to support every student to make the most of their life and education. In addition to government maintenance loans, grants and national scholarships, Lancaster University offers a range of financial support for full time UK Undergraduate students from lower-income backgrounds. Many students each year will be entitled to bursaries or scholarships to help them with the cost of fees and/or living expenses.
The Lancaster Scholarship package is designed to reward the hard work and natural ability of full-time UK students applying to study with us regardless of their household income. Students achieving A*, A, A in their A-level examinations (or equivalent academic qualifications) will receive a £1,000 per year Lancaster Scholarship during their undergraduate studies if they place us as their firm choice institution. Continuation of the Lancaster Scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic progression.
Our combined £5,000 bursary package will help students from England whose household incomes are less than £25,000 per year with fees and living costs.
Students from England eligible for our £5,000 bursary package will also be awarded a £3,000 Lancaster Scholarship if they achieve A*, A, A in their A-level examinations (or equivalent academic qualifications). This totals £8,000 of support for students during their studies.
For full details of the University's financial support packages including eligibility criteria, please visit our fees and funding page.
