English Language and Linguistics

This English language and linguistics degree will give you an advanced knowledge of contemporary English, its development, systems and use around the world. You'll learn analytical, research and personal skills relevant to a range of careers.

You’ll explore topics like:

-sociolinguistics,

-language change,

-language acquisition,

-psycholinguistics,

-English language teaching,

-world Englishes.

You can also study a foreign language and take modules in related disciplines, such as sociology, psychology and English literature.

In your final year, you’ll write a dissertation specialising in an area that interests you, based on your studies in years 1 and 2. This will use the skills you developed over the rest of the course.

This course will give you the training and expertise that are of special interest to many employers. It provides the knowledge and skills to follow a wide range of careers.