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

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**94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)****Top 100 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)****About the course**On this BA, you’ll develop a broad outlook on language and linguistics, as well as a wide range of research and communication skills. In addition, you’ll prepare for the Trinity College London Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English ...Read more


94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


Top 100 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


About the course

On this BA, you’ll develop a broad outlook on language and linguistics, as well as a wide range of research and communication skills. In addition, you’ll prepare for the Trinity College London Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Trinity CertTESOL) teaching qualification.You’ll have the opportunity to tailor your degree to your passion. This BA enables you to choose from a wide range of specialist areas and examine language from psychological, cultural and historical perspectives. From child language acquisition to forensic linguistics – our extensive range of modules and supportive learning environment means you graduate with the skills to develop your career in a range of areas. This includes areas from journalism, PR and new media, to language teaching, and speech and language therapy. And gaining the Trinity CertTESOL puts you in an excellent position for roles in language teaching in the UK or abroad.You’ll be part of a close-knit community of staff and students who support each other.


About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.


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Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

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WUSCA ranking:
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72/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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28th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
47th
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Emily
21 Nov 24

The campus is very accessible and easy to find your way around. Most of the lecturers are easy to contact and the module convenors are very knowledgeable . However, some are..Read more

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Amelia
22 Oct 24

best: > location, convenience > nightlife > library facilities > eat central! worst: > overpriced..Read more

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32 Grades / Points required

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

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You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 24 credits at Distinction.The Access to HE Diploma should be in the Humanities or Social sciences.

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You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£22,575 per year

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£22,575 per year

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£22575 Per year

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Emily
21 Nov 24
English Language and Linguistics (with TESOL) BA (Hons)
The campus is very accessible and easy to find your way around. Most of the lecturers are easy to contact and the module convenors are very knowledgeable . However, some are...
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Amelia
22 Oct 24
English Language and Linguistics (with TESOL) BA (Hons)
best: > location, convenience > nightlife > library facilities > eat central! worst: > overpriced...
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University of Sussex
University of Sussex , Brighton

The University of Sussex is a world-leading research-intensive institution (REF, 2021) based near the popular seaside city of Brighton....

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