Comparative Literatures and Cultures and Modern Languages (Russian or Spanish)

The BA Comparative Literatures and Cultures and Modern Languages program at the University of Bristol offers a unique opportunity to explore international cultural production while mastering a modern language such as French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, or Spanish. The program emphasizes comparative analysis across cultures, disciplines, and media, fostering critical thinking and intercultural understanding. Students engage with diverse literary and cultural forms, from traditional texts to digital media, and examine interactions between literature, visual arts, philosophy, and social sciences. The curriculum includes core and optional units in both comparative literatures and language-specific studies, with a structured language course and cultural units focusing on literature, history, cinema, and politics. The third year is spent abroad to enhance language skills and cultural knowledge. Assessments are varied, including essays, exams, presentations, and collaborative projects. The program prepares students for flexible careers by developing analytical rigor, creativity, and adaptability in a global context.