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English Language and Linguistics at Nottingham Trent University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Nottingham Trent University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Course summary

Language has power. It can shape a mind, influence an idea, or even start a movement. Linguistics is the science of how language works. And language influences all the big questions in everyday life, from culture and gender, to technology, discrimination, health, law, social justice, ecology, and conservation. BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics is a practical course designed to develop you into a highly skilled communicator. If you wish to specialise in English language teaching you can also gain the prestigious Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA), a professional qualification that will open doors to employment worldwide. Career-boosting elements are fully embedded throughout the course with a focus on applying your knowledge and theory with hands-on, practical sessions. You will explore how language is used in the real world and how it can tackle the big problems including racism, gender equality, and climate change. You will be supported with a personalised learning environment, a wide range of optional modules, and a range of innovative assessment types, including blogs and videos, professional expert reports, and teaching material. You can even gain valuable full-time work experience with a sandwich course option, or spend time studying - or even teaching - abroad. Why study English Language and Linguistics at NTU?

  • Our students love us! 98% of Linguistics students are positive about the teaching on their course (National Student Survey 2023)
  • Gain the prestigious Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA), a professional qualification that will open doors to employment worldwide.
  • Complete a work experience placement, meaning you’ll graduate with valuable industry experience.
  • Study abroad with one of our partner institutions, ISEP or Turing Scheme, including in Australia, Canada, USA, Chile, Japan, Europe and many more.

Modules

Throughout the course, modules will cover a variety of subjects, a few examples include: Sounds of English, Language in Everyday Life, Language, Society and Culture, Problems of Language, Comparative Linguistics, Intercultural Communication at Work, and Second Language Acquisition and Pedagogy. To view the full list of modules, visit the course page: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/arts-and-humanities/ug/english-language-and-linguistics

Assessment method

We use a varied and diverse range of coursework assessments to develop your skills and support your progress. These include digital projects, reviews, case-studies, essays, presentations and reports. Our innovative approach to assessment means that in Year One you will develop and enhance a complementary set of key skills for success in second and third year, and throughout the degree the varied assessment pattern will enable you to engage with the past and prepare for your future through an exciting array of projects.

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
Q310
Institution code:
N91
Campus name:
City Campus
Campus code:
1

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

A lower offer may be made based on a range of factors, including your background (such as where you live and the school or college you attended), your experiences and individual circumstances (you may have been in care, for example). This is called a contextual offer and we get data from UCAS to make these decisions. NTU offers a student experience like no other, and this approach helps us to find students who have the potential to succeed here, but may have faced barriers that can make it more difficult to access university. We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.

Student Outcomes

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62%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
83%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9790 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9790 Year 1
Scotland £9790 Year 1
Wales £9790 Year 1
EU £17950 Year 1
International £17950 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

The tuition fees above are subject to parliamentary procedure. They haven't been confirmed yet, but we expect them to be finalised by May 2026. The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.
English Language and Linguistics at Nottingham Trent University - UCAS