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BA English Language and Linguistics

University of Leeds — Leeds, United Kingdom

BA English Language and Linguistics is a undergraduate Linguistics course at University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom. It takes 3 years, costs £27,300 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 3 years · Full-time · Linguistics · £27,300 per year

Intakes: September

Study linguistics in the context of the English language and develop a deep understanding of the way humans communicate with each other. Compulsory modules will introduce you to the history, structure and use of the English language and give you a good grounding in areas such as phonetics, syntax and conducting language research. You may also cover subjects such as language acquisition, psycholing

Modules

  • English Structure, Style, Genre
  • English Variation, Creativity and Use
  • Language: Meaning and Use
  • Key Skills in Linguistics
  • Language: Structure and Sound
  • Literature, Culture and Critique
  • Power of Language
  • Language in Society
  • Phonetics
  • Syntax
  • Children, Talk and Learning
  • Crime Fiction Stylistics: Crossing Languages, Culture, Media
  • Cursing and Courtesy: (im)politeness in English
  • Forensic Approaches to Language
  • Global English: Colonialism, Postcolonialism, and Decolonisation
  • Keywords: the words we use and the ways we use them
  • Language Policy, Planning, and Politics
  • Trial Discourse: The Proceedings of the Old Bailey 1674-1913
  • Dialect Hunting
  • Language of the Media
  • Digital Discourse: language, social media, AI
  • Data Science for Linguists
  • Psycholinguistics
  • The Life Cycle of Languages
  • Representation, Identity and Control
  • Language and Gender
  • Language Acquisition
  • Language Change
  • Interactional Linguistics
  • Multilingualism in Society

Frequently asked questions

How long is BA English Language and Linguistics at University of Leeds?

BA English Language and Linguistics takes 3 years (Full-time).

How much does BA English Language and Linguistics at University of Leeds cost?

The listed tuition fee is £27,300 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does BA English Language and Linguistics start?

Intakes: September.

What level is BA English Language and Linguistics?

It is a undergraduate course in Linguistics.

What will I study on BA English Language and Linguistics?

Modules include English Structure, Style, Genre, English Variation, Creativity and Use, Language: Meaning and Use, Key Skills in Linguistics, Language: Structure and Sound and Literature, Culture and Critique.