BA (Hons) Linguistics

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 87, with at least 21 in Listening, 21 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 55.
• 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.

The University of York, located in the UK, offers a range of scholarships to support their educational journey. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, encourage cultural diversity, and provide financial assistance to deserving students. 

Academic Excellence Scholarships: The University of York offers scholarships based on academic merit to outstanding international students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate programs. The scholarships provide financial support in the form of partial tuition fee reductions.

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: These prestigious scholarships are awarded to exceptional international students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements and leadership potential. The scholarships cover full tuition fees and also provide a generous living stipend to support the students' living expenses during their studies.

Departmental Scholarships: Many departments within the University of York offer scholarships to international students within specific academic fields. These scholarships may cover partial or full tuition fees and are awarded based on academic excellence and potential within the chosen field.

Country-Specific Scholarships: The University of York provides scholarships specifically designed for students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to promote diversity and international collaboration. Examples include the York Graduate Research School Scholarships for students from specific countries or regions.

External Scholarships: The University of York encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities provided by governments, organizations, or foundations in their home countries. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Linguistics program from the University of York possess specialized linguistic knowledge and analytical skills, qualifying them for various careers in diverse sectors that value language expertise and communication skills.

Language Teaching and Education: Graduates can pursue careers in language teaching, working as language instructors or educators in schools, language institutes, or educational organizations. They design language courses and deliver linguistic training.

Speech and Language Pathology: Graduates can work in speech pathology or therapy. They assist individuals with speech or language disorders, working in clinics, hospitals, or private practices to diagnose and treat communication disorders.

Translation and Interpretation: Graduates can work as translators or interpreters, facilitating communication between individuals or entities speaking different languages. They can work for translation agencies, international organizations, or as freelance language experts.

Computational Linguistics and Technology: Graduates can enter the field of computational linguistics, working in technology companies, artificial intelligence, or natural language processing research. They develop language-based software, analyze linguistic data, or work on language-related algorithms.

Research and Academia: Graduates can pursue careers in linguistic research or academia. They can work in research institutions, universities, or publishing houses, conducting linguistic studies, publishing research papers, or teaching linguistics.

Publishing and Editorial Roles: Graduates can work in publishing houses or media companies, utilizing their linguistic expertise as editors, proofreaders, or content creators specializing in linguistic materials.

Marketing and Advertising: Graduates can work in marketing or advertising agencies, using their linguistic knowledge to develop language-specific marketing strategies, create content, or conduct market analysis.

Government and Policy Analysis: Graduates can work for governmental bodies or research organizations, contributing their linguistic and analytical skills to policy analysis, language planning, or communication strategy development.