If you have a passion for language and communication then our BA (Hons) English and a Modern Language is ideal for you. Combine your love of languages with English Language or Literature and open doors to some fantastic careers.
In choosing to study a Modern Language alongside English Language and Linguistics or English Literature you will greatly enhance your communication skills and gain the experience needed for a successful career in a wide range of exciting professions.
If you’re fascinated by the structure and usage of the English language, then our English Language and Linguistics pathway is for you. If you love exploring and analysing literary texts and their relationship to society and culture, you can opt for our English Literature route.
The Modern Language aspect will focus on developing excellent verbal and written communication skills in a language of your choice. You’ll have the opportunity to spend time overseas and immerse yourself in the society and culture of a country where your chosen language is spoken.
Why study with us
- English courses at the University of Central Lancashire are ranked top 20 in the UK and 2nd in the North West for overall student satisfaction (CUG, 2022).
- Our ‘others in English studies’ courses at the University of Central Lancashire are ranked 1st in the UK for overall student satisfaction (NSS, 2022).
- You’ll have the opportunity to spend time overseas and immerse yourself in your chosen language and culture.
What you'll do
- By choosing the English Language and Linguistics pathway, you’ll gain in depth knowledge of how the language works, including its history, evolution and structure.
- On our English Literature pathway you’ll study key figures like Shakespeare and Dickens alongside genres such as gothic, graphic novels, theatre, film, and books for children.
- You’ll become a confident communicator in a language of your choice. If you specialise in a Modern Language then you’ll get to spend a year abroad.
Module overview
Year 1Compulsory modules
• ENMLCHIT: Chinese Year 1
• ENMLFREI: French Year 1
• ENMLGERI: German Year 1
• ENMLJAPI: Japanese Year 1
• ENMLKORI: Korean Year 1
• ENMLRUS1: Russian Year 1
• ENMLSPA1: Spanish Year 1
Year 2
Compulsory modules
• ENMLCHI2: Chinese Year 2
• ENMLFRE2: French Year 2
• ENMLGER2: German Year 2
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ENMLJAP2: Japanese Year 2
• ENMLKOR2: Korean Year 2
• ENMLRUS2: Russian Year 2
• ENMLSPA2: Spanish Year 2
Year 3 (4 if placement option)
Compulsory modules
• ENMLCHI3: Chinese Year 3
• ENMLFRE3: French Year 3
• ENMLGER3: German Year 3
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ENMLJAP3: Japanese Year 3
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ENMLKOR3: Korean Year 3
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ENMLRUS3: Russian Year 3
• ENMLSPA3: Spanish Year 3
Future Careers
Our English and a Modern Language degree opens doors to exciting career opportunities worldwide. You could work in a wide range of sectors, including teaching, journalism, publishing, arts, theatre and advertising.
Graduates who like to travel can carve out successful careers in international business, consultancy, translation and interpreting, or worldwide teaching.
If you’re interested in a career in teaching and education, we have links with a network of regional schools. You might go on to gain a PGCE in primary or secondary education, or a certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
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