Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
**Course summary**
- Examine how structures of English language capture our attention, influence our opinions and reflect our identities.
- Study diverse language contexts, from written narratives to everyday conversations, advertising and popular culture.
- Take the Trinity College London Certificate in TESOL and qualify to teach English as a foreign language.
- Apply your knowledge in professional contexts through placements and projects.
On this course you’ll analyse how language works and critique its role in structuring society. By focusing on contemporary social issues – such as sexuality, health and ethnicity – you’ll investigate the power of language and its potential to drive change.
**How you learn**
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
You’ll join our welcoming and supportive academic community. Here your unique experiences, perspective and insights will be nurtured and valued by students and staff. You’ll get to collaborate with internationally-acclaimed scholars to investigate and reflect on the global role played by language.
You learn through
- lectures which introduce you to subject material
- workshops and seminars where you complete activities in smaller groups
- one-to-one meetings with your tutors
- live brief projects with partners
- an innovative range of assessments, such as workbooks, posters and digital material
**Applied learning
Work placements**
Take advantage of regular opportunities to showcase your knowledge and skills to our industry and community partners. You’ll work independently and in teams throughout your studies, bringing your ideas to life in response to real briefs.
As part of your second year, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with external partners, undertake a work placement or develop your own enterprise. Previous students have worked with local schools and children’s charities to develop materials and resources. Many have also gained experience in industries such as publishing, event design and public relations – and some have even started their own businesses.
**Field trips**
We run local, regional and international field trips at no extra cost, such as writing retreats, festivals and theatre visits. Students in previous years have visited the London Book Fair, as well as events in Montreal, Canada and Zagreb, Croatia. Some have also taken part in the Festival of Debate and attended the ZEE-Jaipur Literature Festival in London.
**Networking opportunities**
Studying in Sheffield puts you at the heart of a vibrant cultural scene. We work with renowned festivals held in the city, such as Off the Shelf literary festival and Doc/Fest, an international documentary film festival.
These events attract literary agents, publishers and high profile writers. Past students have volunteered as delegates – gaining experience working at the festivals while growing their professional network. Plus our innovative masterclass programmes at the events will give you a headstart in the writing and publishing industries.
You’ll also have the opportunity to work with leading researchers. We have a strong network of graduates – and we encourage you to connect with partners outside of the university to give you the best career opportunities possible.
Course Details - Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information.
Year 1
Compulsory modules
Decolonising English 20
Describing Language 20
How To Be A Linguist 20
Language In Social Context 20
Linguistic Creativity 20
Rethinking Language 20
Year 2
Compulsory modules
Ideas Into Action 40
Elective modules
Digital Communications 20
Exploring Second Language Learning 20
Foreign Language 20
Foundation Studies In Tesol 20
Identity And Power 20
Style And Interpretation 20
Talk And Interaction 20
Year 3
Optional modules
Placement Year
Final year
Compulsory modules
Language Dissertation 40
Elective modules
Digital Communication 20
Exploring English Education 20
Foreign Language 20
Language, Learning And Wellbeing 20
Politeness 20
Reading And The Mind 20
Revealing Gender 20
Tesol Classroom Teaching And Reflection 20
Course Details – Assessment Method
Coursework
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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.
Application Codes
Course code:
Q310
Institution code:
S21
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
This must include at least 2 A Levels or equivalent BTEC qualifications. For example:
BBC at A Level.
DMM in BTEC Extended Diploma.
A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.
At least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course.
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
With a minimum score of 5.5 in all skills.
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
79%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
70%
Go onto work and study:
90%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
14415.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
International
14415.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2022/23 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2021/22 is £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2022/23 is £14,415 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
Provider information
City Campus
Howard Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sheffield
S1 1WB
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