
English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)
Course Overview - English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)
Language has power. It can shape a mind, influence an idea, or even start a movement.
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 you into a highly skilled communicator. If you wish to specialise in English language teaching you can also gain the prestigious Cam...
<strong>Language has power. It can shape a mind, influence an idea, or even start a movement.</strong><br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics is a <strong>practical course</strong> designed to develop you into a highly skilled communicator. If you wish to specialise in English language teaching you can also g<strong>ain the prestigious Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA),</strong> a professional qualification that will open doors to employment worldwide.<br/><br/>Career-boosting elements are fully embedded throughout the course with a focus on applying your knowledge and theory with <strong>hands-on, practical sessions</strong>. You 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.<br/><br/>You 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.<br/><br/>You can even <strong>gain valuable full-time work experience</strong> with a sandwich course option, or spend time studying - or even teaching - abroad.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
City Campus
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
Q311
Institution Code
N91
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
112
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)
Access to HE Diploma
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DMM from a BTEC Extended Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent).
A level
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent)
T Level
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £17,500 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |