Course summary

The English language constantly evolves with words like floss, plogging and single-use all recently shortlisted for word of the year. Explore its different forms, history and effective communication. Become a specialist in the structure and sounds of this enigmatic language. Does exploring sociolinguistics or child language development sound right up your street? Are you curious about the diversity of English language on a global scale? Our English Language degree delves into all aspects of spoken and written English. You’ll take a closer look at its forms and uses. We’ll present insights into how it adapts and evolves in how and what it is used for. You’ll shape your learning with optional modules in Years 2 and 3, ranging from psycholinguistics to the language of Shakespeare. In your final year you’ll have the option to complete a dissertation on an area of language that interests you. During this course, you’ll master skills in listening, transcribing and language analysis. We’ll guide you in research projects to boost your confidence in analytics, observation and critical thinking.