Single-use. VAR. Floss. Plogging. Gammon. All recently shortlisted for word of the year, and an example of how the English language is constantly evolving. This degree will cover all aspects of the form and use of spoken and written English and consider the ways it has developed over time, how it is changing, and how and what it is used for. The programme is dynamic and innovative, with highly qualified staff who are experts in their fields. You will gain skills in listening, transcribing and analysing language and learn how to apply them to areas such as teaching English, forensic linguistics and psycholinguistics.
Course Details - Modules
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Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment involves a mixture of coursework and formal tests or examinations. Most emphasis is placed on work produced in your own time or formally presented in class. Typically, assessment will take the form of essays, linguistic analyses, class tests, individual/group presentations and group work. You will also have the opportunity to work independently on projects supporting your future career development.
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:
Q140
Institution code:
E42
Campus Name:
Ormskirk (Main Campus)
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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
Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations.
A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
Preferably to include A Level English or equivalent.
Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations.
However, please be aware that an A Level English qualification is preferred for this course.
A minimum of five subjects at Grade H1-H3 will be required.
As long as you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as the Welsh Baccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven’t been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements, including details of alternative qualifications, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/offers or contact our Course Enquiries Team on 01695 657000 or email study@edgehill.ac.uk.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course