English Language and Linguistics, BA (Hons)
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our BA in English Language and Linguistics at Swansea University offers a dynamic and comprehensive exploration of how language works, how it’s used, and how it shapes our social and cultural worlds. This degree equips you with the analytical tools to investigate the structure of English, from its sounds and grammar, to the meanings it conveys across genres, registers, and real-world contexts. You’ll learn how language is acquired, taught, and used in everyday life, with a strong emphasis on the social, cultural, and ethical dimensions of communication.
The programme also addresses the responsible and effective use of emerging technologies, including AI, in language related fields. Through the study of authentic texts and discourse, students develop an understanding of how linguistic choices reflect and influence meaning. Graduates will emerge with strong communication, research and analytical skills, preparing you for careers in education, publishing, media, language technology, and beyond.
Key highlights
- Analyses English structure from sounds and grammar to meaning
- Explores how language is acquired, taught and used daily
- Strong focus on social, cultural and ethical dimensions of communication
- Covers responsible use of emerging technologies, including AI, in language
- Study of authentic texts and discourse to understand linguistic choices
- Develops strong communication, research and analytical skills
Entry requirements
- A-level: ABB-BBC — ABB-BBC.
- UCAS tariff points: 112-128 — ABB-BBC DDM-DMM in Humanities or Social Sciences - minimum of 21 Distinctions and 24 Merits at Level 3 Merit 112 - 128 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications 32 points
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Teacher
- Editor
- Journalist
- Computational linguist
- Media researcher
- Communications officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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