BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation
About this course
BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics with Foundation, an undergraduate degree in English Language and Linguistics, prepares students through an initial foundation year before advancing to full honours study. Core topics include Research Methods, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Language & Translation. The four-year programme begins with a foundation year to build academic practice, followed by structured progression into core linguistic analysis and independent research. Year 0 establishes foundational competencies through compulsory modules such as Critical Thinking in a Changing World, History, Memory and Belonging, and Imagining Global Society and Politics, alongside Introduction to Academic Practice. Year 1 introduces the core discipline via English Language and Linguistics Tutorial, Exploring Language, Introducing English Language, and World Varieties of English, with options like Language and Text. Year 2 continues development with English Language and Linguistics Tutorial 2, complemented by optional modules covering Language Structure, Spoken Discourse Analysis, History of the English Language, Meaning in Language, Child Language Acquisition, Language and Literary Style, and Teaching and Education 1: An Introduction. The final year centres on the English Language and Linguistics Dissertation independent research project, alongside optional modules such as Subjects in Applied Linguistics, Subjects in Theoretical Linguistics, Teaching and Education 2: Theory to Practice, Topics in Applied Linguistics, Topics in Theoretical Linguistics, and Work Placement for Humanities.
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Entry requirements
A levels – DEE (56 UCAS Tariff points). T levels – 56 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate – 56 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis. BTEC Extended Diploma – MPP. BTEC Diploma – MM. Access – 56 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component. We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combination of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries.
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 68%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Gained a higher qualification: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 43 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 58%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 9%
- Unemployed: 12%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 260 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 71%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Foundation course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Critical Thinking in a Changing World
- History, Memory and Belonging
- Imagining Global Society and Politics
- Intercultural Communication
- Introduction to Academic Practice
- Reading Identities
- English Language and Linguistics Tutorial
- Exploring Language
- Introducing English Language
- World Varieties of English
- Language and Text
- English Language and Linguistics Tutorial 2
- Language Structure
- Spoken Discourse Analysis
- History of the English Language
- Meaning in Language
- Child Language Acquisition
- Language and Literary Style
- Teaching and Education 1: An Introduction
- English Language and Linguistics Dissertation
- Subjects in Applied Linguistics
- Subjects in Theoretical Linguistics
- Teaching and Education 2: Theory to Practice
- Topics in Applied Linguistics
- Topics in Theoretical Linguistics
- Work Placement for Humanities
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation at University of Westminster earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £35,500. The £29,000 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for English language.
What do graduates of BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation at University of Westminster do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation at University of Westminster?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation at University of Westminster?
The typical offer is DEE at A level. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Does BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation at University of Westminster include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation at University of Westminster?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.