BA (Hons) English (with a modern language)

The BA English with a Modern Language course offered at Manchester Metropolitan University is a combination of language, culture and sociology. It provides a deep understanding of the English language and literature, while also offering a choice to study one of seven different languages from French to Japanese. Course Content: The course is designed to enhance your understanding of the English Language and Literature, rooted in socio-cultural contexts and historical periods. In the modern language aspect, you can choose from French, Spanish, German, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic at different skill levels. Key Modules: The course covers a range of modules across three years of study. This includes Understanding Language, Analysing English, The Short Story, Contemporary applications of English, Gender and Sexuality among other core and option units. For Modern Languages, the course incorporates Grammar and Skills, Cultural Topics, Translation into English to name a few. Future Careers: Graduates of BA English with a Modern Language find opportunities in a wide array of career paths. These include the media sector, teaching, public services, business and retail, marketing and communications, arts and culture sectors and other areas where English language skills are highly appreciated. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.