English Language and Linguistics
Cardiff University
UCAS Code: 2HS6 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Cardiff University
UCAS Code: 2HS6 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Extended Project
For applicants taking the EPQ qualification, an A in the EPQ can be recognised to lower the entry requirements by a single grade. For example an AAB offer would be "AAB from 3 A levels or ABB from 3 A levels and a grade A in the EPQ". Please note that any subject specific requirements must be met.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
You must have or be working towards: - English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in a BTEC Extended Diploma in Humanities and Social Science subjects.
Acceptance of T Levels for this programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Academic School. Consideration will be given to the T Level grade/subject and grades/subjects achieved at GCSE/Level 2.
The Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
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About this course
How does your use of language express who you are and who you want to be? Why do babies learn language easily while adults struggle? How and why does language change? How is language in the media used to manipulate us? Are pictures sometimes better than words? Can we talk with animals?
Through our English Language and Linguistics (BA) degree, you will have the opportunity to explore questions such as these and will gain a deep understanding of how linguistic communication works based on usage from English and comparative examples from a wide range of other languages.
You will study core theories and cutting-edge practices in linguistics. You will also acquire the skills to apply those theories and practices to real world issues.
Together, we will look at how language is structured and used in the social world. There are two key aspects to doing this: First, knowledge of the relationships between linguistic structures, individual identity, and social organisation. Second, the acquisition of skills for analysing language, not just as it can be used but as it is used in context.
In the first year of the programme, you will learn how language works and how to use language to communicate. During the second year, you will focus on how language is and has been used in practice. These topics will equip you to discover how to navigate the use of language and linguistics in today’s modern world and the relationship between language and society, with a focus in your final year on how to communicate specialist topics to different audiences.
Acquiring career-enhancing skills, you’ll have the opportunity to produce different types of texts and work with specialised software. You will gain skills from analysing real-world examples of language and learn how to construct arguments and communicate ideas to different audiences.
A degree in English language and linguistics develops abilities to analyse and critique the language that surrounds us and helps develop a strong skillset that is valued in the workplace.
Our community is welcoming, supportive, and student-centred. We are diverse in outlook and home to the globally respected Centre for Language and Communication Research.
**Distinctive Features of the Programme**
**Your linguistic world:** A focus on the relationship between language and linguistics, and its application to the social world.
**Branching out:** A wide variety of modules allowing you to explore your interests and discover new ones.
**Adventure and exploration:** Opportunities to study abroad in Europe and beyond, fostering independence and resilience.
**Future-focused:** Develop in-demand employability skills, enhancing your career prospects in a wide range of fields.
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Extra funding
Cardiff University has many scholarships on offer to our prospective students. Please see our website at http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/funding/scholarships for further information.
The Uni
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School of English, Communication and Philosophy
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Linguistics
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After graduation
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This is not a particularly common subject at first degree level and most of the degrees that fall in this category are offered by the University of Durham. If you fancy one of these broad degrees, it is probably best to speak directly to tutors to find out what your options on your degree might be and what they can lead to,
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Linguistics
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