Course modalities offered

The University of York
English/Linguistics (Equal) BA (Hons)
The University of York

Key Course Facts

Course Description

In the first year, you will split your studies equally between the English and Linguistics components of your degree. In Years Two and Three, it’s possible to vary the balance and devote more time to either English or Linguistics. You’ll cover a vast range of topics on English and foreign languages, linguistics, and literatures. Our international outlook takes account of global contexts and we offer an innovative curriculum.

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 94 graduates of English/Linguistics (Equal) BA (Hons) at The University of York for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Linguistics.

Overall student satisfaction
81 /100
94 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

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Source: National Student Survey NSS 2022
All Linguistics courses of The University of York
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates of English/Linguistics (Equal) BA (Hons) at The University of York

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of English/Linguistics (Equal) BA (Hons) 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 £21000 £24000 £30000
25-75 percentile range £18500 - £25500 £19500 - £29000 £24000 - £37000
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
All Linguistics courses of The University of York


Salary of all UK Graduates of Linguistics

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £21966 £21963 £25837
25-75 percentile range £18445 - £25150 £16856 - £26585 £19746 - £31994
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Linguistics courses of UK

What You Will Learn

Programme content: As a student of English/Linguistics (Equal), BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

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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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022
All Linguistics courses of The University of York

Current jobs

Job in line with future plans

Utilise skills from studies

Work is meaningful

Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Dec 20, 2022

Required skill level of job after 15 months

% Skilled jobs

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

Example below based on all graduates of English/Linguistics (Equal) BA (Hons) at The University of York

18% Business and public service associate professionals
13% Artistic, literary and media occupations
12% Media Professionals
10% Administrative occupations
8% Sales occupations
8% Elementary occupations
6% Teaching Professionals
4% Caring personal services
2% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
2% Librarians and Related Professionals
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022

Grading & Study Time

Assessment Methods

Study Time Distribution



Entry Requirements / Admissions

Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Dec 20, 2022
This particular course

Qualification requirements

Essential Subjects: English Literature or English Language and Literature (or equivalent) at grade A is essential.

Only acceptable in conjunction with Scottish Advanced Highers.

Pass Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction including at least 9 in English Literature-related units and 9 at Merit or higher.

Acceptable in conjunction with Scottish Highers. Advanced Higher English Literature at grade A is essential.

If you achieve an A or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.

With 6,6,6 in Higher Level subjects including English Literature.

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in English Literature or English Language and Literature (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level English Literature equivalent.

We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in English Literature or English Language and Literature (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level English Literature equivalent.

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

Cambridge Pre-U English Literature at grade D3 is essential.

Although we do not typically hold interviews for this course, mature candidates and those with special circumstances and/or qualifications may be invited to attend an interview. We consider a wide range of qualifications for entry. We may also make reduced offers where applicants are eligible for our contextual offer scheme, or are taking specific additional qualifications.

Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 6.0
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Do you not fulfill the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements?
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join English/Linguistics (Equal), BA (Hons).

Costs

Tuition Fees English/Linguistics (Equal) BA (Hons)

EU £19600 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
International £19600 year 1

Additional fee information

For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/
Source: UCAS Feb 9, 2023

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2024

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 The University of York in top UK and global rankings.

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Rankings of The University of York in related subject specific rankings.

Languages & Literature

    • #5 
    • #6 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #13 
    • #15 
    Linguistics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 13 June, 2022]
    • #9 
    • #91 
    Linguistics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 20 April, 2022]

See all university rankings of The University of York

What students say about studying Linguistics in the UK?

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  • writing/linguistics student: days before exams // york u online 2020

About The University of York

The University of York, usually abbreviated to Ebor, is a collegiate research university based in the historic and picturesque city of York, England. It has two main campuses, East and West, which are just a few minute’s walking distance apart. It also has another site known as King’s Manor just North-West of the city centre.

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Where is this programme taught

The University of York
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Main Site - Heslington
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