QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST · UNITED KINGDOM
Anthropology and Spanish BA
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS LR64
At a glance
48 mo
Duration
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IELTS
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 10th in UK for graduate prospects in Anthropology (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).Graduate Prospects
- 5th in UK for Iberian Languages (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022).Subject Ranking
- Opportunity for a year abroad in a Spanish-speaking country for study or work.Global Opportunities
- Potential to conduct anthropological fieldwork during the study abroad year.Fieldwork Experience
- Develop skills in research, communication, and project management.Transferable Skills
- Ranked 16th in UK for Languages and Linguistics (Guardian University Guide 2023).Subject Ranking
This four-year Bachelor of Arts degree offers a unique combination of Anthropology and Spanish language and culture. You will explore socio-cultural differences and similarities, understanding how they develop and are transmitted. The program delves into the inter-relationship between texts and contexts, fostering critical thinking about culture and identity. You'll gain skills in synthesizing information and developing arguments from diverse literary and contemporary sources, while analyzing the literary, political, social, and cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking countries globally. Students can begin learning Spanish as beginners. The curriculum includes core Spanish language modules to enhance written and spoken skills, alongside translations from Spanish to English. You will also study the literatures, histories, cultures, and languages of the Spanish-speaking world, with opportunities to focus on periods from early modern Spain and colonial Latin America to contemporary issues. The degree includes a mandatory year abroad in a Spanish-speaking country, which can also be used for anthropological fieldwork.
Curriculum
The BA in Anthropology and Spanish is a four-year full-time program. The third year is dedicated to a study abroad placement in a Spanish-speaking country.
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Study Abroad / Fieldwork
- Year 4
- Anthropology Dissertation
Careers
Graduates develop a versatile skill set applicable to a wide range of careers. The program equips you with analytical, research, communication, and project management skills, valuable for employment in various sectors. The study abroad year and potential fieldwork provide practical experience and cultural understanding.
- Media
- Print Journalism
- Translation
- Marketing
- Civil Service
- NGOs
- International Companies
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for this programme?
- The entry requirement is ABB in A-Levels. Students can begin learning Spanish as beginners and do not need an A-Level in Spanish.
- How long does the Anthropology and Spanish BA programme take to complete?
- This is a four-year full-time programme. The third year is dedicated to a study abroad placement in a Spanish-speaking country.
- What is the language of instruction for this programme?
- The primary language of instruction is English. However, the programme includes core Spanish language modules and you will study the literatures, histories, cultures, and languages of the Spanish-speaking world.
- What are the tuition fees and living costs for international students?
- Information on specific tuition fees and living costs for international students can be found on the Queen's University Belfast website.
- How do I apply for this programme as an international student?
- Most international students apply through UCAS at www.ucas.com. The UCAS code for Queen's University Belfast is QBELF, institution number Q75. The deadline for international students is typically 30 June in the year of entry.
- What are the career prospects after completing this degree?
- Graduates develop skills valuable for careers in Media, Journalism, Translation, Marketing, Civil Service, NGOs, and International Companies. The study abroad year and potential fieldwork provide practical experience and cultural understanding.
Entry requirements
A-LevelABB
Students can start learning Spanish as beginners if they do not have an A-level in Spanish.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please check the university website for current international tuition fees.
Tuition (home)Please check the university website for current home tuition fees.
LivingPlease check the university website for estimated living costs.
Information on specific tuition fees and living costs for international students can be found on the Queen's University Belfast website.
How to apply
1. Apply via UCASMost full-time undergraduate applications are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). You can apply online at www.ucas.com. The deadline for international students is typically 30 June in the year of entry.
2. Queen's University Belfast CodesThe UCAS code name for Queen's University Belfast is QBELF and the institution number is Q75.
3. Direct Application (Alternative)International applicants may also apply directly through the Queen's Portal for most undergraduate programmes, unless applying for Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, or Social Work. If you have already applied via UCAS, contact the Queen's Admissions Office at intl.admissions@qub.ac.uk.
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for this programme?
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The entry requirement is ABB in A-Levels. Students can begin learning Spanish as beginners and do not need an A-Level in Spanish.
How long does the Anthropology and Spanish BA programme take to complete?
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This is a four-year full-time programme. The third year is dedicated to a study abroad placement in a Spanish-speaking country.
What is the language of instruction for this programme?
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The primary language of instruction is English. However, the programme includes core Spanish language modules and you will study the literatures, histories, cultures, and languages of the Spanish-speaking world.
What are the tuition fees and living costs for international students?
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Information on specific tuition fees and living costs for international students can be found on the Queen's University Belfast website.
How do I apply for this programme as an international student?
+
Most international students apply through UCAS at www.ucas.com. The UCAS code for Queen's University Belfast is QBELF, institution number Q75. The deadline for international students is typically 30 June in the year of entry.
What are the career prospects after completing this degree?
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Graduates develop skills valuable for careers in Media, Journalism, Translation, Marketing, Civil Service, NGOs, and International Companies. The study abroad year and potential fieldwork provide practical experience and cultural understanding.