Japanese, TESOL and Linguistics BA (Hons)
York St John University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This degree gives you the skills you need to teach English in Japan and around the world. It is a 4-year degree and includes a year studying in Japan. We will equip you with communicative Japanese language skills and broad expertise in linguistics. You will gain a deep understanding of Japanese culture and explore theories and methods for teaching English in a multilingual world. We also give you the opportunity to apply for the teaching qualification, CELTA. This course is suitable if you are a beginner in Japanese, or have prior experience with the language. We will place you at an appropriate level. By the end of the course, you will have gained the ability to have conversations and discussions in Japanese. You will develop the ability to give presentations and write coherently in the language. Learn to use Japanese for academic, social, and professional purposes, reaching upper B2/C1 level on the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR).
TESOL explores theories and methods of teaching English to speakers of other languages. Our approach to teaching TESOL focuses on teaching English in a multilingual world.
The Linguistics part of the degree gives you a working knowledge of linguistics, how we use language, and how it's structured. There are several modules on the programme which explore linguistics. Some modules explore the way we articulate speech while others look at how English differs around the world. You will also examine how language is processed in the mind.
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with a year of studying abroad in Japan. While studying abroad, you will take Japanese language classes at your host university. You will also take courses, either taught in English or in Japanese, that are relevant to the TESOL & Linguistics side of your degree.
We offer you the opportunity to take a CELTA course free of charge as part of your degree. CELTA is the Certificate in English Language Teaching to Speakers of Other languages. It is an internationally-recognised teaching qualification awarded by Cambridge Assessment English. You will gain hands-on teaching experience that will prepare you for a career in teaching English. Acceptance onto this course is subject to a successful interview.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 23 graduates of Japanese, TESOL 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 Linguistics.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Japanese, TESOL and Linguistics BA (Hons) at York St John University
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Japanese, TESOL 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 | £21000 | £19500 | £22500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £25000 | £15500 - £23000 | £17000 - £27500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Linguistics
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £21995 | £22736 | £27254 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18165 - £26325 | £17114 - £28380 | £20814 - £34384 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Japanese, TESOL and Linguistics, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
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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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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Japanese, TESOL and Linguistics BA (Hons) at York St John University
| 20% | Teaching Professionals |
| 15% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
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Qualification requirements
You can enter this programme as a beginner in Japanese. You can also enter if you have studied Japanese before and/or if you have any qualifications in Japanese. The programme is not suitable if: • Japanese is your first language • You have C1 level of the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR) in Japanese
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 Japanese, TESOL 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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
- year 4
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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- #26
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- Linguistics
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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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
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- 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%