Newcastle University
English Language BA (Hons)
Newcastle University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of English Language BA (Hons) at Newcastle University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in English studies (non-specific).

Overall student satisfaction
68 /100
15 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in English studies (non-specific)

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of English studies (non-specific) 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
Median salary £24000 £22000 £26500
25-75 percentile range £17500 - £26000 £17500 - £26500 £20500 - £33000


Salary of all UK Graduates of English studies (non-specific)

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24021 £21921 £25778
25-75 percentile range £20021 - £27009 £16806 - £26546 £19635 - £31954

Course Description

If you want to find out more about how people learn and use English, and how the language has evolved over time, this is the degree for you. The degree includes a strong element of linguistics (the scientific study of language), drawing on our considerable expertise in this area.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of English Language BA (Hons) at Newcastle University

20% Teaching Professionals
20% Elementary occupations
10% Conservation and environment professionals
10% Natural and social science professionals
10% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Administrative occupations
5% Other Health Professionals
5% Customer service occupations
5% Teaching Professionals

Grading & Study Time

Grading Distribution

Students of the course received the following grades

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)

Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis

Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)

If Mathematics is not taken beyond GCSE, a grade 7, (or A) in GCSE Mathematics, or Core Mathematics grade B is essential

Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. We especially welcome applications from mature students.

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Others
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study English Language, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

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 Newcastle University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Newcastle University in related subject specific rankings.

Languages & Literature

    • #11 
    • #14 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 32 university rankings of Newcastle University

About Newcastle University

Founded in 1834, Newcastle University is located in the small city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Less than an hour’s bus ride from the coast, this institution of higher education offers Undergraduates modern lecture theatres, state-of-the-art laboratories, and spaces for socialising and for being creative such as their Fine Arts Hub. Postgraduate students have their own library, complete with a laptop loan system and assistance from knowledgeable librarians to ensure that students have every means of succeeding.

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Student composition of Newcastle University

undergraduates:
20355
postgraduates:
5550
Total:
25905
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Where is this programme taught

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