BA (Hons) English and Linguistics at Birkbeck, University of London

Our BA English and Linguistics gives you the opportunity to explore key theories in linguistics and literary studies, develop critical thinking, and acquire unique tools to examine and understand the role of the English language in the globalised, interconnected world. It is ideal if you wish to study linguistics, literature and culture together.

Faculty: School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication  |  Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this BA English and Linguistics you will enhance your ability to critically respond to texts and address the most urgent issues of our times such as social inequality, migration, conflict, climate justice and what it means to be human. The English modules offer you knowledge and understanding of a breadth of literature from various historical periods from the early Middle Ages to the present day. You must complete modules worth a total of 360 credits. Compulsory modules include Year 2.

Career pathways

Studying this course will prepare you to progress to postgraduate studies in linguistics, literature, and/or cultural studies or roles in a range of fields including in: media and communication, language teaching, education and administration, marketing.

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