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 and Linguistics (BA)	2HS6
English Language and Literature (BA)	Q300

Joint honours  degrees

Degree name	Qualification	UCAS Code
Linguistics and a Modern Language	BA	R755
Philosophy and Linguistics	BA	QV36
Welsh and Linguistics	BA	QQ36