BA(Hons) English Literature and Linguistics

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: International students applying for undergraduate programs at the University of Brighton are required to have completed their secondary education with a minimum of 60% or above in their respective country's grading system.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 7, with no individual component score below 6.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 72, with a minimum score of 10 in each component.
• PTE: A minimum overall score of 56, with no individual score below 51.

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.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Brighton.

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships are prestigious awards offered to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. These scholarships provide a significant reduction in tuition fees and are awarded based on academic merit.

International Scholarships: The University of Brighton offers a range of scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs and provide financial support towards tuition fees. Eligibility criteria may vary, but they generally consider academic achievement, personal achievements, and contributions to the community.

Santander Scholarships: In collaboration with Santander Universities, the University of Brighton offers scholarships to international students. These scholarships aim to support students in pursuing their academic goals and provide financial assistance to cover tuition fees or living expenses.

Alumni Scholarships: The University of Brighton offers scholarships exclusively for international students who have previously completed a degree program at the university. These scholarships aim to encourage alumni to continue their education and contribute to their professional development.

Country-specific Scholarships: The University of Brighton may offer scholarships specific to certain countries or regions. These scholarships are designed to attract talented students from specific geographic areas and provide them with financial support to pursue their studies at the university.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year.

Graduating with a BA (Hons) in English Literature and Linguistics from the University of Brighton opens up diverse career pathways in language-related fields, education, publishing, media, communication, and beyond. This interdisciplinary program equips graduates with a unique blend of literary analysis skills, linguistic knowledge, and critical thinking abilities, making them well-suited for roles that require strong communication skills and an understanding of language structure and usage.  

1. Language Teaching and Education: Graduates can pursue careers as English language teachers, ESL instructors, or educators in schools, language institutes, or international education settings. Their linguistic knowledge and understanding of literature enrich their teaching practices.

2. Editorial and Publishing Roles: Graduates may work as editors, proofreaders, or publishing assistants for publishing houses, literary magazines, or online platforms. They contribute to the editing and production of written content, including books, articles, and digital media.

3. Content Creation and Copywriting: Graduates excel in roles requiring strong writing skills, such as content creators, copywriters, or communication specialists for marketing agencies, media companies, or corporate organizations.

4. Media and Communication: Graduates can pursue careers in journalism, public relations, or media production, writing for newspapers, magazines, websites, or broadcasting platforms. Their ability to analyze language and discourse is valuable in media-related roles.

5. Language Analysis and Research: Graduates may work as linguistic researchers, studying language patterns, language acquisition, or sociolinguistic phenomena. They may contribute to academic research projects, language policy development, or language preservation initiatives.

6. Arts Administration and Cultural Management: Graduates with a passion for literature and language can work in arts organizations, museums, or cultural institutions, organizing literary events, managing exhibitions, or curating language-related programs.

7. Technical Writing and Documentation: Graduates may pursue careers in technical writing, creating user manuals, documentation, or instructional materials for software companies, technology firms, or government agencies.

8. Human Resources and Training: Graduates can work in HR departments, specializing in language training, employee communications, or organizational development. Their understanding of language dynamics can enhance workplace communication.

9. Advertising and Marketing: Graduates with strong communication skills can excel in advertising, branding, or marketing roles, developing creative campaigns and persuasive messaging for diverse audiences.

10. Further Studies and Academic Careers: Graduates may choose to pursue postgraduate studies in linguistics, literature, education, or related fields, leading to careers in academia, research, or specialized fields of study.