BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics (Placement Year)

The English Language and Linguistics (Placement Year) BA Hons course at Lancaster University is an intensive, rewarding study program extending for a period of 4 years. The course includes a professional placement year where students can gain real-world experience in a professional setting. The program combines linguistic theory with practice to provide students with a deep understanding of the English language's complexities.Course Content: The first year of the course introduces the students to English Language and Linguistics as academic subjects. The second and third years will provide students with core skills in syntax, phonetics & phonology, and pragmatics. Students can then select options from areas such as psycholinguistics, historical linguistics and sociolinguistics, along with the opportunity to study a non-English language.Key Modules: The course consists of key modules including: Introduction to English Language, Introduction to Linguistics, Grammar, Understanding English, and others. The course will also include a year of professional placement for students to gain practical experience.Future Careers: With a degree in English Language and Linguistics, graduates can pursue a wide range of careers including teaching, translation, interpreting, speech therapy, journalism, advertising, and more. Students will also have the unique advantage of having professional placement experience on their CV.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.