BA (Hons) English Language & History

The English Language and History course at the University of Chester offers a comprehensive educational experience, ideal for those intrigued by the English language's evolution and its impact on society's history. It comprises a balanced mix of English language studies and history modules, allowing students to explore both subjects in depth.Course Content: Throughout this course, students will study the English language from its origins to its modern form while uncovering its influence on past historical events and contemporary societies. They will be exposed to a variety of topics, including the change and variation in English, the history of the English language, and how it has shaped historical facts. Key Modules: Key modules include Linguistics and the History of English, Old and Middle English Language and Literature, and English in the World. In relation to History, modules encompass Historical Skills and Research, Early Modern England and Europe, and Britain and the Wider World.Future Careers: The skills developed in this course are transferrable to a variety of careers. This includes roles in teaching, journalism, writing, marketing and communication, heritage and museum work, and the civil service. Graduates may also decide to pursue postgraduate study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.