English Language and Philosophy BA (Hons)
Cardiff University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 55 graduates of English Language and Philosophy BA (Hons) and other courses in English Language at Cardiff University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in English Language.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in English Language
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of English Language at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £24000 | £28000 |
25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £27500 | £20000 - £28000 | £22500 - £34000 |
All English Language courses of Cardiff University
Salary of all UK Graduates of English Language
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24480 | £22753 | £27616 |
25-75 percentile range | £20753 - £28923 | £17544 - £28892 | £20795 - £35977 |
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Course Description
The joint honours degree in English language and philosophy provides you with the opportunity to specialise in two subjects. Many students find this stimulating and rewarding as they are able to observe both similarities and differences between the two subjects.
English Language at Cardiff has a distinctive character. As would be expected of any good course, you will be provided with a rigorous grounding in the analysis of the language.
You will learn such essential linguistic tools as phonetics, grammar and discourse analysis from those who are helping develop those fields. Since we take a broad approach to language, you will also learn how to analyse the types of multimodal texts (for example combining word, image and sound) that predominate in contemporary media.
Language analysis, though, is just the starting point. What makes Cardiff special is our focus on the intersection of language with culture, society, politics and mind.
Philosophy at Cardiff is distinctive for its strong emphasis on ethics, politics, and philosophy of mind and its equal attention to ‘analytic’ and ‘continental’ styles of Western philosophy.
As a joint honours student, you will find that often there are complementary issues and perspectives that link subjects, be they critical analysis, historical contexts or recent research.
We offer a challenging course of modules in each subject, supported by a friendly atmosphere and excellent staff-student relationships.
Distinctive features
The distinctive features of the course include:
•core modules that guarantee a solid base for all, but then allow you, with advice from your personal tutor, to carve out a programme that will best fit your interests and career aspirations
•research-led teaching enabling you to engage with new ideas that are helping to shape the future of English language studies
•a strong emphasis on ethics, politics, and philosophy of mind
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of English Language and Philosophy BA (Hons) at Cardiff University
20% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for English Language
All English Language courses of Cardiff University
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- MBA
Costs
Tuition Fees English Language and Philosophy BA (Hons)
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
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Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
EU | £20450 | year 1 |
England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
International | £20450 | year 1 |
EU | £22700 | year 1 |
International | £22700 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Students from the UK and Islands:
Fees stated are for the 2024/25 academic year. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees in the second and subsequent years of a course as permitted by law or Welsh Government policy. Where applicable we will notify you of any change in tuition fee by the end of June in the academic year before the one in which the fee will increase.
Fees for entry in subsequent years are subject to increase and will be confirmed by the end of October in the year preceding your start date of your programme.
Tuition fees cover all reasonable costs required for you to complete to the degree programme stated. Please note that you may choose to participate in study trips, associated placements or purchase equipment while studying on your degree programme which will be at your own cost. Tuition fees do not include living costs such as accommodation, subsistence or travel.
Students from the EU, EEA, and Switzerland:
Students from the rest of the world (international):
Fees for entry in subsequent years are subject to increase and will be confirmed by the end of October in the year preceding your start date of your programme.
Tuition fees cover all reasonable costs required for you to complete the degree programme stated. Please note that you may choose to participate in study trips, associated placements or purchase equipment while studying on your degree programme which will be at your own cost. Tuition fees do not include living costs such as accommodation, subsistence or travel.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Cardiff University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Cardiff University in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #24
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- English
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About Cardiff University
Established in 1883, Cardiff University is located in the urban setting of the city of Cardiff, Wales. Some of the university’s most obvious advantages include world-leading research, a knowledgeable and proactive career services office, and the central location. Cardiff is a vibrant, modern city with a young and diverse population known for accepting people from all walks of life.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023