You will be able to follow modules in theoretical linguistics, applied linguistics, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, language teaching, and World Englishes. There will also be an opportunity to study a foreign language, and take related modules in other disciplines such as English, Philosophy, Psychology and Film. It is a programme that provides you with knowledge and skills to follow a wide range of career options. A degree in English Language and Linguistics offers useful training and expertise that are of special professional relevance to those working in education, language teaching, speech therapy, translation, information technology, management, the mass media, creative arts, social work and counselling. More generally, this degree will enable you to develop the interpersonal and communication skills that employers are increasingly demanding.
View the programme specification for this course for 2017/18 entrants
View the programme specification for this course for 2018/19 entrants
Programme Structure
The programme is divided into modules. Year 1 modules provide you with a solid foundation on key areas of the programme (e.g. grammar, language acquisition, sociolinguistics and variation) which you will further explore in Year 2 and Year 3. Various module clusters including ‘Language structure and acquisition’, ‘Language variation and use’, ‘Global Englishes’, and ‘Teaching English as a Foreign Language’ will be identified. These clusters will guide your choice of modules in Years 2 and 3. Students will have to do a compulsory dissertation as a double module across both semesters in Year 3. Students can opt to be part of the Ambassadors Scheme as well.
Credit is awarded for achievement of the learning outcomes of each module studied. Full-time students take eight modules in each year, four in each semester. Part-time students take a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 modules per year. Single modules have a credit value of 15, while double modules have a value of 30. Each level has a total credit value of 120.
First year modules, which provide a solid foundation to the programme, contribute to the qualifying examination, which must be passed at honours level before a student may proceed to year 2. A pass at this level provides the possibility of exit with a Certificate of Higher Education.
Successfully meeting the learning outcomes of Year 2 provides the possibility of exit with a Diploma of Higher Education. Second year modules are single-weighted in the calculation of the final degree result.
Final year modules contribute to the result of the final examination, as do those awarded in year 2, but they are double-weighted in the calculation of the final degree result.
There is the possibility to take free electives and Curriculum innovation modules in each semester, and to also combine the BA English Language and linguistics with a minor in Philosophy, Film Studies, English literature, Psychology or creative writing.
Typical entry requirements
A Levels:
| Qualification | Grade |
|---|
| GCE A-level | AAB including Grade A in English Language or another relevant essay-writing subject* in Humanities or Social Sciences.
Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will also be made an alternative offer one grade below the standard offer, conditional on an A grade in the EPQ.
We accept all A levels except General Studies. |
IB:
| Qualification | Grade |
|---|
| International Baccalaureate | 34 points, 17 at Higher Level, including 6 in Higher Level English or another relevant essay-writing subject* in Humanities or Social Sciences. |
*Relevant essay-writing subjects include English Language and Literature, English Literature, French, German, History, Italian, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish.
International applications
We welcome applications from international students. Helpful information on applying, meeting a University representative in your country, or improving your English language levels can be found on the International Office website. If English is not your first language you will be required to pass an approved English test. We normally ask for an overall IELTS score of 7.0 with not less than 7.0 in Reading and Writing, 6.5 in Listening and Speaking.
Alternative qualifications
We welcome applications from candidates offering qualifications other than A and AS levels (including BTEC, European Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificate and Scottish Highers). You will be expected to attain an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University to an A level applicant. Contact us for further information on equivalencies for these qualifications and others not listed here.
Contextual Offers
The University of Southampton is committed to widening participation and ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data supports our admissions teams to recognise a student’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Students who flagged in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
A typical contextual offer is ABB from three A levels including Grade A in English Language or another relevant essay-writing subject* in Humanities or Social Sciences or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University.
Please see our contextual admission pages for more information.
Selection process:
Selection is normally based on actual or predicted grades plus the reference and personal statement on your UCAS application. Applicants will be interviewed before an offer is made.
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entry requirements and qualifications for your country.
Typical course content
You will follow 4 modules in each semester. Some are compulsory, but there are optional modules in linguistics and other subjects. You also have the option of taking a foreign language. View the language modules on offer.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the
programme and the learning outcomes that a typical
student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage
of the learning opportunities that are provided.
More detailed information can be found in the programme handbook (or other appropriate guide
or website).
Tuition fees
| Name | Award | Year of entry | Mode of study | UK/EU | International |
|---|
| English Language and Linguistics | BA | 2018 | Full-time | £9,250 | £16,536 |
| English Language and Linguistics | BA | 2019 | Full-time | £9,250 | £17,065 |
Funding
Scholarships, bursaries or grants may be available to support you through your
course.
Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or
your country of origin.
These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.
Costs associated with this course
Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such
essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the
academic requirements for each programme of study.
In some cases you'll be able to choose modules (which may have different costs associated
with that module) which will change the overall cost of a programme to you. Please also
ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and
Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.
