BA English Language and Linguistics at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

This course bridges between humanities and science, training you in the study of language and linguistics. You'll discover the science behind language acquisition and processing, and will learn how English has changed over the centuries and the impact it has on society today.

Faculty: School of English | Department: School of English | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In the first year, you will take four core modules, worth a combined total of 80 credits, that cover material from four important sub-areas of linguistics: formal and theoretical linguistics, language and society, language acquisition, and historical linguistics. A grounding in research methods is embedded throughout all of your core modules.

Career pathways

Our students have gone on to be successful in a variety of roles including: project manager conversational AI analyst speech and language therapist marketing lead researcher in generative AI journalist social researcher Explore our alumni stories

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Entry requirements

Standard offer, 2027-28 entry (UCAS Q3Q1): A Levels: AAB A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification ABB + B in the EPQ International Baccalaureate 34; 33, with B in the extended essay BTEC Extended Diploma DDD BTEC Diploma DD + A at A Level Scottish Highers AAAAB Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels B + AA Access to HE Diploma Award of the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit Other requirements: Evidence of interest in language and linguistics, demonstrated through the Personal Statement is also required International applicants: IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component (GCSE English Language grade 4/C or an alternative acceptable English language qualification also accepted). Applicants eligible for the Access Sheffield contextual scheme receive a lower offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years

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