About this course
From teaching, to business, marketing, campaigns and lexicography, knowledge about English is essential. Language is fundamental to human nature and society, and English is playing an increasingly important role in a globalised world.
This course will equip you with the linguistic knowledge, critical awareness, and social skills necessary for pursuing a career in teaching English as a second or foreign language, as well as in various other fields such as interpretation, counselling, and third sector roles. For those wishing to specialise in teaching, the degree serves as ideal preparation for further training to become a teacher. It combines TESOL learning with insights into English in business, marketing, and campaigns, providing a strong foundation in English for Specific Purposes. Additionally, this degree enhances your linguistic knowledge, giving you a competitive edge in the workplace more generally.
Undertaking a professional work placement or a CELTA will be a springboard to your future career. You can either choose to complete a CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) with an authorised CELTA Centre (subject to being accepted onto their course), or source a placement in a school or in a role where a focus on language is relevant.
Why study with us
- Study a specialist degree focused on language, teaching, workplace applications and social justice.
- Gain an understanding of aspects and methods of second language acquisition and English language teaching.
- Develop the knowledge, critical thinking, research and practical skills to pursue a career or doctoral study in English language teaching.
- Learn how knowledge about the practical use of language gives you a competitive edge in a range of sectors, from teaching to marketing, campaigns and diplomacy.
- Prepare for employment/career progression by completing a professional work placement or a CELTA to gain relevant sector experience.