BA(Hons) Linguistics

London

 

INTAKE: September

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Linguistics program at Queen Mary University of London offers a comprehensive exploration of language, covering its structures, variations, acquisition, and socio-cultural significance.

Curriculum: The curriculum encompasses a wide array of linguistic topics, including phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, and language acquisition. Students delve into theoretical frameworks and practical applications, engaging in coursework that examines the complexities of language.

Research Focus: The program emphasizes research in linguistics. Students undertake research projects exploring language patterns, socio-linguistic variations, psycholinguistics, language acquisition, or computational linguistics, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.

Industry Engagement: Queen Mary University of London promotes industry engagement by collaborating with language-related industries, offering internships, or engaging students in projects with language technology companies, translation services, or educational institutions.

Global Perspective: The BA (Hons) Linguistics program provides a global perspective by examining languages from various cultures and regions worldwide. It explores language diversity, multilingualism, and the socio-cultural aspects of languages, preparing students to understand languages within a global context.

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Location

London

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Score

IELTS 7

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Tuition Fee

£ 21200

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 80% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency:

  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 92, with at least  21 in Writing, 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening and 20 in Speaking.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 71 overall and 65 in Writing, and 59 in Speaking ,Reading, Listening and.
  • Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Queen Mary University of London offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to its students. 

Queen Mary Principal's Scholars Program: A scholarship program for undergraduate students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have achieved exceptional academic grades. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for three years of study, as well as a £2,000 annual stipend for living expenses.

Queen Mary International Excellence Scholarships: A scholarship program for international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for one year of study.

Queen Mary Law Scholarships: A scholarship program for undergraduate and postgraduate law students who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full or partial tuition fees, depending on the level of academic achievement.

Queen Mary Engineering and Materials Science Scholarships: A scholarship program for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying engineering or materials science who have an offer of admission from Queen Mary University of London and have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarship covers full or partial tuition fees, depending on the level of academic achievement.

Graduates from Queen Mary University of London's BA (Hons) Linguistics program possess a deep understanding of language structures, communication, and analytical skills, paving the way for diverse and rewarding career opportunities across multiple sectors.

Translator/Interpreter: Many graduates pursue careers as translators or interpreters, working in language services for businesses, government agencies, or international organizations, facilitating communication across languages.

Language Teacher/Educator: Careers in education involve teaching languages or linguistics at schools, language institutes, or educational programs, imparting language skills and linguistic knowledge.

Speech and Language Therapist: Graduates may work as speech and language therapists, helping individuals with speech or language disorders, working in healthcare settings or educational institutions.

Computational Linguist/NLP Specialist: Careers in computational linguistics or natural language processing (NLP) involve developing language technologies, working in tech companies, or AI-related fields.

Lexicographer/Content Writer: Graduates can work as lexicographers, creating dictionaries or working in content creation, writing, or editing for publishing houses, media, or online platforms.

Language Analyst/Researcher: Careers involve language analysis or research roles, studying language variations, syntax, semantics, or sociolinguistics in academic or research institutions.

Corporate Communication Specialist: Proficiency in understanding language structures prepares graduates for roles in corporate communication, PR, or marketing departments, managing communication strategies.

Localization Manager/Global Content Strategist: Graduates may work in localization, ensuring products or content are culturally adapted and relevant for global markets, often in multinational companies.

Language Technology Developer: Careers involve developing language-related software, applications, or tools for speech recognition, translation, or language learning.

Forensic Linguist/Legal Consultant: Graduates with linguistic expertise may work in forensic linguistics, analyzing language evidence for legal cases or providing linguistic consultation in legal matters.


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