BA (Hons) English Language and Applied Linguistics

Program Overview

This program combines English language teaching with the study of one of five languages: French, Spanish, German, Japanese, or Mandarin. It provides a comprehensive understanding of English language and its teaching, equipping students with the skills and knowledge for a successful career in English language teaching. The program emphasizes a grounding in a chosen language, practical application of English language, and opportunities for work placements or study abroad.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The program is designed to give you the theoretical and practical knowledge you need to be successful in a career in English language teaching.

The program emphasizes:

• a grounding in one of five languages as an integral part of your English language teaching course
• optional work placement or study abroad year
• a focus on the applied use of English language
• to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in a career in English language teaching
• to develop students' intercultural awareness and communication skills

Outline:

The program is structured as follows:

• Level 4:
• Communication, Interaction, Context
• Investigating Language
• Introduction to English Linguistics 1
• Introduction to English Linguistics 2
• Introduction to English Language Teaching
• Language and Mind
• Language in the Media
• French Stage 1A - General language for work and leisure
• French Stage 1B - General language for work and leisure
• German Stage 1A - General language for work and leisure
• German Stage 1B - General language for work and leisure
• Spanish Stage 1A - General language for work and leisure
• Spanish Stage 1B - General language for work and leisure
• Japanese Stage 1A - General language for work and leisure
• Japanese Stage 1B - General language for work and leisure
• Mandarin Stage 1A - General language for work and leisure
• Mandarin Stage 1B - General language for work and leisure
• Level 5:
• Learning and Teaching Language 2
• Sounds of English
• Learning and Teaching Language 1
• English Grammar
• Language and Species
• Language in Society
• Forensic Linguistics
• Language Competencies in Career Development
• Vocabulary
• Toolkit for Linguistic Research
• Employability Skills
• French Stage 2A - Technology, networking and the future
• French Stage 2B - Wellbeing, sustainability, internationalism
• German Stage 2A - Culture, education & study abroad
• German Stage 2B - Living and working in German-speaking countries
• Spanish Stage 2A - Daily life, sports, holidays and festivals
• Spanish Stage 2B - Food, study abroad and job applications
• Japanese Stage 2B - Jobs, business and accommodation
• Mandarin Stage 2A - Language, culture & history
• Mandarin Stage 2B - Language, culture & history
• Advanced French C4a - Francophone society and culture
• Advanced French C4b - Francophone society and culture
• Advanced Spanish C4a - Culture and Society in Spain
• Spanish Route C4b - Advanced Spanish - Challenges in Spanish Society
• Level 6:
• Year Abroad
• The Humanities Placement Year
• Global Englishes
• Placement with Study Abroad
• ELT Project
• Child Language & Communication
• Clinical Linguistics
• Language Processing
• Meaning and Context
• Gender in Language and Communication
• Communication and Cultures
• Syntax
• Professional pathways in Linguistics
• French Stage 3A - Modern families, cybersociety & heritage
• French Stage 3B - Culture, multiculturalism & challenges in society
• German Stage 3A - Historical contexts and the world of work
• German Stage 3B - Changes and challenges in society
• Spanish Stage 3A - Family life and leisure
• Spanish Stage 3B - Immigration & integration, cultural heritage and citizens of
• Japanese Stage 3A - People and society
• Japanese Stage 3B - Traditions and trends
• Mandarin Stage 3A - Business Chinese & the world of work
• Mandarin Stage 3B - Business Chinese & the world of work
• French Stage 4A - Francophone society and culture
• French Stage 4B - Francophone society and culture
• German Stage 4A - Society and culture in German-speaking countries
• German Stage 4B - Society and culture in German-speaking countries
• Spanish Stage 4A - Culture and Society in Spain
• Spanish Stage 4B - Challenges in Spanish Society
• Japanese Stage 4A - Japanese culture and society
• Japanese Stage 4B - Japanese culture and society
• Advanced French C6a - Francophone society and culture
• Advanced French C6b - Francophone society and culture
• Advanced Spanish C6a - Current Affairs in Spain and Latin America
• Advanced Spanish C6b - Current Affairs in Spain and Latin America

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary depending on the module, but may include:

• essays
• presentations
• exams
• coursework
• portfolios

Teaching:

Careers:

The program prepares you for a variety of careers in English language teaching, including:

• English language teacher
• TEFL teacher
• ESOL teacher
• English language curriculum developer
• English language materials writer
• English language teacher trainer
• academic researcher

The program also provides you with the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a career in other fields, such as:

• journalism
• publishing
• translation
• international relations
• business

Other:

• The program also offers a number of opportunities for you to gain experience in the field, such as through work placements or study abroad years.
• The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Linguists (CIOL).
• The program is offered on a full-time or part-time basis.
• The program is also available as a combined degree with a subject such as history, politics, or sociology.
• The program has a dedicated careers advisor who can help you with your career planning.

UK Students Full time £9250 for the 2024/2025 academic year EU Students Full time £15500 for the 2024/2025 academic year International Students Full time £15500 for the 2024/2025 academic year