Course summary

The four-year BA Bulgarian and Ukrainian is a joint honours programme split equally between your two languages. You will take modules not only in language (speaking, listening, reading, writing and translation) but also in cultural topics including literature, history, film, linguistics, politics and other relevant field designed to complement your language learning. With a wide variety of modules on offer, you will be able to tailor your modern languages degree to your areas of interest. You will spend a Year Abroad in the third year, split between two countries where your languages are spoken. Bulgaria has a rich cultural heritage and a strongly developing economy where specialists in Bulgarian are needed. Studying Bulgarian at SSEES (UCL School of Slavonic and East European Studies) provides an opportunity to develop excellent language skills and a profound knowledge of Bulgaria's literature, history and culture – combined with an in-depth understanding of the region of central and Eastern Europe. Ukraine is one of Europe's oldest and most complex countries. Its territory and history have constantly been occupied and rewritten. Learning Ukrainian at SSEES (UCL School of Slavonic and East European Studies) will not only offer the opportunity to gain excellent language skills but also students gain profound knowledge of Ukrainian literature, history and culture that will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. UCL Is ranked 3rd in the UK for Modern Languages in the 2018 QS World Rankings and offers outstanding opportunities to language students and graduates.