English Language and Sociology BA (Hons)

<strong>What makes English Language and Sociology at Worcester special?</strong><br/><br/>Studying English Language and Sociology in combination provides an opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of how and why we behave as we do and how we use language to connect us as a society. You’ll examine the world from different angles, discuss new ideas, and familiarise yourself with quantitative and qualitative methods of analysing linguistic data and decisions.<br/><br/>The joint honours course uses lectures, seminars, and workshops led by a team of research-focused staff to create a supportive and collaborative learning environment. Students graduate with a range of transferrable skills applicable to a wide variety of job roles.<br/><br/><strong>Key features</strong><br/>• Integrated Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA), enhancing your professional portfolio<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Hands-on approach to the study of the social impact of language using real data<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Lively discussions and dynamic learning opportunities. Lectures are designed to be refreshing and stimulating to encourage creative thought<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop an understanding of the the relevance of social hierarchies, social institutions and social power in everyday life<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn from a constantly evolving curriculum which adapts to suit the society it is trying to study <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Future employment</strong><br/><br/>Graduates from this course are prized in careers the require good communication skills and an understanding the diverse society in which we live. These include publishing, journalism, social services, media, public relations and business and personnel management.<br/><br/>This course is designed to develop your transferable skills and you can choose to register for a work experience module, take up volunteering opportunities with local and regional organisations or complete a semester abroad in order to widen your experience.<br/><br/>The CELTA Award built into the course structure provides graduates with the qualifications and skills to teach English as a Foreign Language in the UK and abroad.<br/><br/><strong>Why the University of Worcester?</strong><br/><br/>The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.<br/><br/>At Worcester, small class sizes, supportive tutors, and professionally focused courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.<br/><br/>• University of the Year finalist in the Times Higher Education Awards 2025.<br/>• First in the UK for sustained employment, further study or both, from any multidisciplinary university – Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017 to 2025.<br/>• First in the UK for quality education – Joint 1st in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2025.<br/><br/>Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays