BA(Hons)English Language and Linguistics (with Foundation Year)
Study location | United Kingdom, Bristol, Frenchay |
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Type | Bachelor courses, full-time |
Nominal duration | 4 years |
Study language | English |
Awards | BA(Hons) |
Course code | QQ3C |
Tuition fee | To be confirmed |
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Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) Good grades in English The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. |
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Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) |
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Other requirements | At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
Studying these two subjects will provide you with a clear understanding of how English is structured, has evolved and is still evolving. You’ll explore how languages are learned, taught and used in practice.
Knowledge of English language and linguistics has direct, practical application in a wide range of careers.
BA(Hons) English Language and Linguistics combines an excellent learning environment with outstanding teaching and research.
You’ll be taught by leading academics and published researchers at Frenchay Campus, with plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in Bristol’s vibrant culture. Explore the core areas of language and linguistics and develop specialist knowledge in areas such as discourse analysis, second language acquisition, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, onomastics, rhetoric and creative writing.
Work with academic staff on projects involving local communities, including Sounds Bristolian and Place Names research.
Apply your knowledge practically in a wide range of fields, including forensic linguistics, speech and language therapy, learning and teaching a second language, and analysing spoken discourse.
This course also offers you the opportunity to gain a certificate in leadership and management accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management.
Career opportunities
An English language and linguistics degree is highly regarded by employers and our graduates are in great demand.
You could go on to advise on and write government papers, company reports or doctors’ communications with patients.
Other careers are available in the media, publishing, teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), forensic science, public relations, communications, human resources, education, speech and language therapy and journalism.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.