Course summary

English Language explores how language works and how societies communicate. Studying this four-year degree opens up a range of exciting career opportunities by helping you develop skills, which are highly valued by employers. Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, English at Swansea is ranked: 11th in UK for Research Impact (REF2021) Top 20 in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2025) Top 101-150 in the World (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) This programme has been designed to provide concise and balanced coverage of linguistic theory. In year 2, you have the option of taking the internationally recognised Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA), a professional qualification for teachers of English as a foreign language. In year 3, you can undertake an independent research project in an area of specialism supported by academic staff. Some of our students’ work is showcased at our annual conference and published in international journals. The degree is also available as a four-year course with a year in industry (Q311). Throughout your degree you will have a personal tutor who will provide you with pastoral and academic support. During the second year of your degree, to enhance your student experience and career prospects, you have the option to study a semester abroad in USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong and Singapore. If you prefer to stay closer to home there are plenty of other opportunities, The Swansea University Work Placement Programmes offer three work place programmes: Week of Work (WOW); Swansea paid Internship Programme (SPIN) and Santander Universities Funded Placements. The Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) provides a network for linking students with employers, ranging from employer talks and workshops through to student led networking events. Please visit our course page for more information: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/english-language-tesol-applied-linguistics/ba-english-language/