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English Language and Linguistics (with TESOL) - BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


Top 100 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


About the course

On this BA, you’ll develop a broad outlook on language and linguistics, as well as a wide range of research and communication skills. In addition, you’ll prepare for the Trinity College London Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (Trinity CertTESOL) teaching qualification.You’ll have the opportunity to tailor your degree to your passion. This BA enables you to choose from a wide range of specialist areas and examine language from psychological, cultural and historical perspectives. From child language acquisition to forensic linguistics – our extensive range of modules and supportive learning environment means you graduate with the skills to develop your career in a range of areas. This includes areas from journalism, PR and new media, to language teaching, and speech and language therapy. And gaining the Trinity CertTESOL puts you in an excellent position for roles in language teaching in the UK or abroad.You’ll be part of a close-knit community of staff and students who support each other.


About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.


Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 23,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    43rd

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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At Sussex, fresh thinking and international perspectives fuel teaching that matters, helping you thrive in careers anywhere in the world.
A diverse, supportive and inclusive community: at Sussex, you can explore, question and develop as an individual and meet people who will inspire you.
Sussex’s world-leading research underpins your education, meaning that what you learn is at the cutting edge of current knowledge.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    20th out of 91 12

    27th out of 93 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    126 55%

    45th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    9th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.21 80%

    37th

    3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    133 63%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    44th

    16

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    68th

    2

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