BA Linguistics at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Examine the science of language - an everyday phenomenon which impacts our lives on a global scale. Study the unique human faculty of language and investigate world languages. Explore topics such as how languages arise, change and die, how children acquire their first language, and how adults learn a second or foreign language.

What you will study

Gain a solid grounding in linguistics, taking core course units studying sounds, meaning, (English) grammar, and the relation between language, mind and the brain. Year 1 compulsory units include Language, Mind and Brain, English Word and Sentence Structure, The Sounds of Language, Study of Meaning.

Career pathways

Often dealing with granular and complex data, your combination of humanities and scientific understanding will allow you to make connections across multiple fields of employment, including the media, marketing, speech and language therapy, lexicography, and teaching. Our graduates have pursued successful careers at The Guardian, L'Oreal, Universal Music Group, and Vodafone .

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: ABB including one essay based subject. Your offer will stipulate which subjects and the grades required. International Baccalaureate: 34. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 6 or B in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and 4 or C in Mathematics. English language: IELTS Academic or IELTS UKVI 7.0 overall. Interview: We don't normally interview for this degree, except in the case of mature applicants.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) students Source

International applicants: GBP 29,200 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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