English Language with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

Language is a fundamental part of what makes us human, but how often do we stop and think about it? It’s a crucial tool for us to be able to comprehend and communicate our understanding of the world around us, demanding discipline, observation and imagination. Sound interesting? If so, our BA (Hons) English Language degree is the right option for you.<br/><br/>Designed to delve into the varieties and histories of the English language, this course will give you the training you need to understand how the written and spoken word is structured and acquired. Analysing the English language from a range of perspectives, you’ll also explore how linguistics vary across regions, and how language helps us to form our identities and influence social change.<br/><br/>What’s more, this course received 100% overall student satisfaction in the latest National Student Survey (University of Salford analysis of unpublished NSS 2020 data).<br/>You will:<br/><br/>Appreciate how the study of English language draws on and informs other academic disciplines, such as psychology, sociology, and communication<br/>Learn from a dedicated team of internationally recognised researchers with an excellent track record in research-led teaching and student support<br/>Develop skillsets and knowledge that will provide instant value to future employers<br/><br/>The foundation year of this four-year programme aims to provide you with a range of necessary study kills for undertaking successful undergraduate learning, and it will introduce you to a range of academic study which will prepare you to progress positively onto the BA (Hons) English Language course.<br/><br/>This course is not open to international students.