English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)
York St John University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This course lets you explore language from different perspectives. When you join us, we will focus on helping you develop your academic skills. You will also learn linguistic analysis and explore debates on language use and the historical development of language.
In your first year you will also be able to select an optional module that interests you. Study the basics of British Sign Language, or choose to explore multilingualism.
As you progress through your degree you will explore more varied and complex linguistic theories. You can use our specialist linguistics lab to analyse language data and apply your theoretical knowledge to everyday examples of language. You can choose the topics you want to study and specialise in an area of linguistic study you are interested in. This could include an exploration of:
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Language, gender and sexuality
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Forensic linguistics
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Speech and language pathology.
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Your learning will focus on applying your theoretical knowledge to data you have gathered. This will help you explain how how linguistics applies to everyday situations.
We also offer you the opportunity to study for the certificate in teaching English to speakers of other languages (CELTA) for free. It is recognised around the world and trains you to teach English around the world. You will need to apply and attend an interview before you are accepted onto the CELTA course.
Join a vibrant community of linguists and take advantage of events from visiting professionals. Get involved in staff research as a volunteer or paid researcher.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 22 graduates of English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons) at York St John 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 of English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons) at York St John University
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of English Language and Linguistics 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 | |
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| Median salary | £20000 | £19000 | £22500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £24500 | £15500 - £22500 | £17500 - £27500 |
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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 | £21217 | £21773 | £25778 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £24933 | £17120 - £26315 | £20294 - £31408 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of English Language and Linguistics, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Level 1
Level 2
Level 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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Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
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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 Language and Linguistics BA (Hons) at York St John University
| 20% | Teaching Professionals |
| 15% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 15% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
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Costs
Tuition Fees English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £12750 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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, 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.
University Rankings
Positions of York St John University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of York St John University in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #68
- #81
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- English
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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What students say about studying English Language in the UK?
About York St John University
York St. John University, previously known as York Diocesan College, is a government funded university located on the outskirts of the historic York city centre, just a 10 minute walk away from the York Explore library and the famous York Minster. York is a small and charming city whose city centre is surrounded by miles of intact roman walls and a number of other historical wonders.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%