BA Ukrainian and Yiddish
About this course
BA in Ukrainian and Yiddish, a Russian Studies and Modern Languages degree focused on language acquisition and regional culture. Core topics include Research Methods. Students spend the third year abroad to immerse themselves in the cultures and societies of both languages. The first year introduces foundational linguistic skills and cultural contexts through Yiddish Language 1, Ukrainian Language Level 1, and War, Trauma and Memory in East European Cinema. The second year advances proficiency with Yiddish Language 2, Ukrainian Language Level 2a-Comprehension, and Ukrainian Culture and Text A, alongside optional choices such as Yiddish Women Writers. The third year consists of study abroad options including Year Abroad Term 1 and Year Abroad Term 2. The fourth year concludes with advanced study through Ukrainian Language Level 3a - Comprehension, The Making of Modern Ukraine, and an optional Final Year Dissertation.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB (Previous study of a foreign language is preferred (not necessarily one of the named languages) but not required. Applicants may study two languages at beginner level and may seek advice from the departments concerned if needed.) IB: 34 points (A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. Foreign language preferred.)
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What students say
Based on about 32 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 65%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 100 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 12%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 215 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 67%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 60 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 75%
- Baccalaureate: 9%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- Other qualifications: 3%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Kita Alef: Introduction to Jewish Studies
- Yiddish Language 1
- War, Trauma and Memory in East European Cinema
- Literature and Memory
- Ukrainian Language Level 1
- Yiddish Language 2
- Ukrainian Language Level 2a-Comprehension
- Ukrainian Language Level 2b-Production
- Ukrainian Culture and Text A
- Ukrainian Culture and Text B
- Yiddish Women Writers
- Hebrew and Jewish Studies Study Abroad 1
- Hebrew and Jewish Studies Study Abroad 2
- Year Abroad Term 1
- Year Abroad Term 2
- Ukrainian Language Level 3a - Comprehension
- Ukrainian Language Level 3b - Production
- The Making of Modern Ukraine
- Final Year Dissertation
- Free-standing Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Ukrainian and Yiddish at University College London earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £42,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,500 and £57,000. The £42,500 median after five years is £6,000 more than the UK median for Slavic studies.
What do graduates of BA Ukrainian and Yiddish at University College London do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Ukrainian and Yiddish at University College London?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BA Ukrainian and Yiddish at University College London?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 156 UCAS points.
Does BA Ukrainian and Yiddish at University College London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Ukrainian and Yiddish at University College London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 12% left higher education.