English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)
Lancaster University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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OCT-25

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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**Why English Language and Linguistics?**Language is a universal feature of human minds and societies and while English remains the most widely spoken language in the world many other languages are to be found which display considerable diversity.Understanding principles of language, including its properties, development, variation and use, and how these issues relate specifically to English provides key insights into the nature of language and its role in shaping our social and cultural ...Read more


Why English Language and Linguistics?

Language is a universal feature of human minds and societies and while English remains the most widely spoken language in the world many other languages are to be found which display considerable diversity.Understanding principles of language, including its properties, development, variation and use, and how these issues relate specifically to English provides key insights into the nature of language and its role in shaping our social and cultural identities, our institutions and our creative ideas. Our combined programme offers the perfect mix of arts and science in one captivating degree.As part of this fascinating degree, you will learn about the sounds and structures of English as well as the sounds and structures of many other of the world’s languages. Our extensive catalogue of optional modules gives you the chance to look at the way language is learned, how it evolved, and how it influences the way we think. You’ll also be able to explore the way English is used across a range of different contexts, including advertising, media, literature and the law or how technologies that produce or process language work.English Langauge and Linguistics is not just a fascinating area of study, you will gain a skillset that opens doors to a range of exciting and rewarding careers. Transferrable skills include a capacity for critical thinking, an ability to gather, organise and analyse large quantities of data, and an aptitude for developing new and innovative ideas. You will have the chance to develop specialist skills including in the lexical and grammatical analysis of English, computer programming for language technologies, and crafting language for creative industries.


Why Lancaster?

We are one of the largest departments for the study of language in the country and one of the most highly rated in the world. Studying linguistics at Lancaster means you will be able to:- Explore a wealth of Linguistics and English language-related topics – You can focus on core areas of Linguistics and English Language including the sounds and structures of English and other of the world’s languages, address theoretical questions concerning the origins, nature and development of language and its relation to mind and society, and/or explore English as it is used in a variety of contexts including politics, law, advertising and literature.- Learn from the experts – Our staff are world leaders in their respective fields but they are also all involved in teaching to bring you the latest topics and developments in Linguistics and English Language research. Our staff are famous for their work in corpus linguistics, cognitive linguistics, linguistic typology, forensic linguistics, speech science, the language of Shakespeare, and the use of corpus linguistic methods when investigating English.- Benefit from our world-leading facilities: As a student at Lancaster, you will gain hands-on experience of research in Linguistics and English Language through our cutting-edge labs which are furnished with the very latest equipment. These include a phonetics lab, an eye-tracking lab, a perception and learning lab, and an EEG lab.- Experience the world: Whether it be through our Schools Volunteering module, our Work Placement schemes, or our Study Abroad options, our degree programme offers you the chance to gain valuable experiences which will stay with you for life.A supportive environment: Our friendly staff are here to support you throughout your studies. All students are assigned an academic adviser who is there to get to know you personally and provide guidance on a range of issues.

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WUSCA ranking:
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65/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
10th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
10th
English Language
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Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
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95%
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Average salary
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English Language graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
Linguistics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Linguistics graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
What students say
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Jess
05 Dec 24

Great comfy accommodation, amazing library with highly appreciated quiet zones...Read more

M
Molly
05 Dec 24

Flatmates are boring and we need a shop in Alexandra..Read more

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AAB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:36,M:9 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

35 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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with 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects

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Popular A-level subjects

English Language

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Literature
69%
English Language
45%
History
34%
Psychology
20%
General Studies
16%
HESA
Linguistics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Language
77%
English Literature
29%
Psychology
23%
History
23%
French
16%
HESA

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J
Jess
05 Dec 24
English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)
Great comfy accommodation, amazing library with highly appreciated quiet zones....
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M
Molly
05 Dec 24
English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)
Flatmates are boring and we need a shop in Alexandra...
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Lancaster University
Lancaster University , Lancaster

Lancaster University is a highly rated public research university that stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovation....

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Admissions Bailrigg Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4YW United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Lancaster  1.7 miles away

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