Explore how language lies at the heart of human life and society, and develop core academic skills, with our BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation degree. This four-year programme includes a foundation year that leads directly into the three-year course. It provides an excellent route to a degree in English language and linguistics if you do not have the typical entry requirements.Foundation yearThe foundation year will provide you with the skills and knowledge to succeed at university. You'll develop core skills in academic study, writing and research.Your subject-specific studies will include:Academic Skills, which develops your academic writing, research, referencing, critical thinking, teamwork, study techniques and study managementStudy for Success, which helps you develop as a successful student in this field, building on your strengths and targeting key skill areasIdentities, which explores identity in relation to national/race identity, gender, changing identities and sense of self, examining everything from texts and objects to film and cultural documents.