BA (Hons) English Language with Mandarin

The English Language with Modern Languages BA degree at De Montfort University combines the study of the English language and its use in contemporary communication with the study of French, Mandarin or Spanish. The course provides a unique opportunity for students to develop their language skills, understanding of linguistics, and cultural awareness.Course Content: The course covers essential areas of linguistics, giving students insight into how language is structured, sounds and meanings are created, and how it is used in different contexts. It equally requires the study of either French, Mandarin or Spanish where students will gain a good understanding of the written and spoken language. Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Introduction to Language and Communication, Sounds of English, Introduction to English Grammar, Language in Society, Phonetics and Phonology, Semantics and Pragmatics, Sociolinguistics, World Englishes, Psycholinguistics, Language Acquisition and Learning, Global Languages and the Media.Future Careers: This course paves the way for careers in many fields including teaching, translation and interpretation, international business, marketing, human resources, public relations, advertising and media, journalism, publishing, and government services. Additionally, students may also pursue further studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.