BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics with Foundation Year

The BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics with Foundation Year course at the University of Wolverhampton focuses on the study of English from a linguistic perspective. It offers a comprehensive understanding of how language functions and changes over time, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to evaluate and use language effectively in various sociocultural contexts.Course Content: The course comprises a foundation year which prepares students for the following three years of study. Once they delve into the core curriculum, they will explore areas such as language, culture, and communication, and gain a deep appreciation for the structure and use of the English language. They will have the opportunity to study varieties of English, semantics, grammar and discourse, as well as psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics.Key Modules: Some key modules include 'English in Use,' 'Language, Society, and Mind,' 'Language in the Media,' 'Forensic Linguistics,' 'Children's Literature and Language,' and 'TESOL and Applied Linguistics.' There is no accreditation information available on the course page.Future Careers: Graduates can pursue a range of career paths such as teaching, speech and language therapy, forensic linguistics, language planning, and international aid, as well as positions in media and business. They also have the option to undertake further study at postgraduate level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.