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Bachelor of English Language, Linguistics and World Literature

Canterbury, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Arts in English Language, Linguistics and World Literature is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme at Kent's Canterbury campus covering language, Linguistics and world literature studied together across cultures.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain key concepts in English Language
Linguistics and World Literature. Apply subject knowledge to relevant academic or practical questions and communicate informed findings. Relevant syllabus content includes: modules listed on the course page include Studying Language.

Career outcomes

Teaching
Journalism
Publishing
Speech therapy
Marketing
Events
Civil service
Technology

Curriculum

3-year full-time programme at Canterbury. Modules listed on the course page include Studying Language
Studying Literature
Sounds
Structure and Meaning
Storytelling Across the Ages
Language in Society
The Literary Imagination and Comparative and World Literature. A year in industry or year abroad is offered as an option. Ends with a dissertation or major project.

Entry requirements

Academic

Typical offer (course page): BBC / 96-112 UCAS points.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school leaving qualifications (A level, IB or international equivalent by country) plus GCSE Maths C/4 or equivalent where stated

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
PTE Academic 63
TOEFL iBT 4
Oxford Test of English 118
Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

Academic Qualification Certificates

How to apply

Check requirements and deadlines: 27 Nov 2026 for January 2027
31 Aug 2027 for September 2027. Apply through UCAS
Or directly via the course page 'Apply now' if you pay international fees and have never used UCAS. No application fee. Submit the personal statement and Admissions ID check. Complete the CAS Shield interview if asked. Meet conditions
Accept as Unconditional Firm and pay the deposit via the e-store or Flywire. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£21,950 GBP
Application fee	£0 GBP
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Canterbury
Faculty or school	School of Humanities
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1.5 years
Scholarship note	Kent publishes international undergraduate scholarship opportunities. Eligibility depends on the award, Nationality, Academic year and programme, Funding is not guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
31 Aug 2027
290 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.