BA Linguistics and Language(French, German, Italian or Spanish)

... United Kingdom
... Birkbeck University of London

Course Overview

As the science of language, linguistics studies everything to do with language, including:

  • how language is structured

  • how it develops in children

  • the ways in which it reflects society and culture

  • how it defines individuals and groups

  • how it changes over time.

Our BA in Linguistics and Language offer you the opportunity to learn about the central ideas and concerns of contemporary linguistics at one of the world’s top research-intensive universities. On this linguistics degree, you will also have the opportunity to reach near-native standard in one language - French, German, Italian, or Spanish - or upper-intermediate or advanced level in Japanese, depending on your level of entry, while practicing skills such as translating, summary writing and delivering written and oral presentations.

Graduates can pursue career paths in publishing, education, policy-making, or language education. Possible professions include:

translator

English as a Foreign Language teacher

publishing copy editor/proofreader

civil service fast-streamer

editorial assistant.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

96-128 points (e.g. A-levels CCC-ABB)

The UCAS tariff score is applicable to you if you have recently studied a qualification that has a UCAS tariff equivalence. UCAS provides a tariff calculator for you to work out what your qualification is worth within the UCAS tariff.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Education


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Campus Name

Central London


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

16020, (INT)


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