

BA English Language and Linguistics
About this course
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. 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. Analyse language in all its forms - how it shapes our lives, connects people and drives creativity. Our course draws on insights from science and arts, and gives you a fresh, hands-on approach to understanding how language works in the real world. You’ll build a solid foundation in language and linguistics and then discover and focus on the areas you love most. You'll be guided by an international group of subject specialists and your own academic tutor, who will provide personalised support based on your interests and career goals. 90 per cent of our research is rated world-leading by the latest Research Excellence Framework (2021). This research is woven into our teaching, so your learning sits at the cutting edge of the subject and you’ll find out about the latest research before anyone else.
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