English Language
English Language at Cardiff University
Develop an understanding of how language works as a system, how it shapes the world around us, and how it intersects with culture, society, and politics.
Representing and shaping the world
We are surrounded by language. It is how we represent and shape the world around us. Studying English Language at degree level develops a critical understanding of how language works as a system, how it is used to express identity, and how it can be used to reflect and mould attitudes.
You will be taught by academic staff who work at the forefront of research in their fields and who will give you a unique insight into some of the most up-to-date and innovative work in English language research.
Your future in mind
Degrees in English Language combine the best of humanities skills (excellent communication, synthesis and analysis) and social science skills (robust technical analysis and systematic method). Common destinations for our graduates include speech and language therapy, primary and secondary school teaching, TEFL, marketing and PR, sales and advertising, the civil service and public administration.
Single honours degree programmes
Full-time
| Degree name | UCAS Code |
|---|---|
| English Language (BA) | Q313 |
| English Language and Linguistics (BA) | 2HS6 |
| English Language and Literature (BA) | Q300 |
Part-time
You can also study English Language alongside the following subjects:
| Degree name | UCAS Code |
|---|---|
| English Language and French (BA) | QR31 |
| English Language and German (BA) | QR32 |
| English Language and Italian (BA) | QR33 |
| English Language and Philosophy (BA) | QV35 |
| English Language and Spanish (BA) | QR3K |
| Welsh and English Language (BA) | QQ35 |
