English Language BA (Hons)

English Language explores how language works and how societies communicate. Studying this three-year degree opens up a range of exciting career opportunities by helping you develop skills, which are highly valued by employers.<br/><br/>Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula,<br/><br/>English at Swansea is ranked:<br/><br/>11th in UK for Research Impact (REF2021)<br/>Top 20 in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025)<br/>Top 101-150 in the World (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)<br/>This programme has been designed to provide concise and balanced coverage of linguistic theory.<br/><br/>In year 2, you have the option of taking the internationally recognised Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA), a professional qualification for teachers of English as a foreign language.<br/><br/>In year 3, you can undertake an independent research project in an area of specialism supported by academic staff. Some of our students’ work is showcased at our annual conference and published in international journals.<br/><br/>Please visit our course page for more information: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/english-language-tesol-applied-linguistics/ba-english-language/

Kickstart a bright future at Swansea University.<br/><br/>With around 300,000 residents, Swansea isn't the biggest city this side of the Severn, but she's got a big personality! Whether you like to explore the outdoors, take in a bit of culture, or anything in between, Swansea has something for everyone.<br/><br/>As a student at Swansea University, you'll benefit from a friendly, inclusive community and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. Alongside first-class resources that include a mock court room, indoor athletics centre & virtual reality lab, you'll learn from leading academics, in a supportive and nurturing environment.<br/><br/>With 120 societies, 50 sports clubs and 12 months of must-see events, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures.<br/><br/>Whoever you are and whoever you want to be, you'll find yourself right at home in Swansea.