Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - English Language and Linguistics

Linguistics is the science of how language works. And language influences all the big questions in everyday life, from culture and gender, to technology, discrimination, health, law, social justice, ecology, and conservation. BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics is a practical course designed to develop them into a highly skilled communicator. If the student wish to specialise in English language teaching you can also gain the prestigious Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA), a professional qualification that will open doors to employment worldwide. Career-boosting elements are fully embedded throughout the course with a focus on applying there knowledge and theory with hands-on, practical sessions. The student will explore how language is used in the real world and how it can tackle the big problems including racism, gender equality, and climate change. They will be supported with a personalised learning environment, a wide range of optional modules, and a range of innovative assessment types, including blogs and videos, professional expert reports, and teaching material.