English Language and Linguistics (with Foundation Year)
University of Central Lancashire
UCAS Code: L456 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
University of Central Lancashire
UCAS Code: L456 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
64 UCAS points at A2
64 UCAS points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
64 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects
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64 UCAS points
64 UCAS points
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About this course
**Course Overview**
Take a deep dive into the English Language – exploring how it works as a structure, and how it can be used in social settings – on our course.
**Why study with us**
- There are two alternative pathways on this course. The Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) route allows you to gain an internationally recognised teaching qualification, Trinity Cert TESOL, alongside your degree.
- Our international scheme means that you can pick to study a semester or full year abroad.
- We’re a small and dedicated team, so we’ll get to know you well, and some of our researchers are deemed world leading in their fields.
**What you'll do**
- We have links with a network of regional schools, for those interested in pursuing careers in teaching and education.
- You’ll gain work experience on the English Language Skills Initiative for Employability (ELSIE) programme, writing for the press and client publications.
- Our international scheme means that you can pick to study a semester or full year abroad.
**Future Careers**
Our English Language and Linguistics Foundation Year degree could lead to a career in local government and public services, marketing, publishing, the police force and graduate entry schemes in the private sector.
Modules
Please visit The University of Central Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
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English language
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English language
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English language
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£26k
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