English Language, Linguistics and World Literature

English Language, Linguistics and World Literature

Discover how spoken and written language is used in various social, political, cultural, and philosophical contexts, exploring its relationship with the mind and society as a whole. At Kent you will gain the confidence and support to apply your understanding of language and literature to today's world, gaining critical and creative skills that allow you to effect change and shape your own future.

You will have the chance to create your own pathway and choose from our wide range of options to tailor your degree to your interests. Study all aspects of literature and language, and discover how it varies according to person, time, and situation. Your studies will sharpen your critical tools and nourish your unique creativity in a supportive academic environment. Our curriculum is designed to set you up for a successful and exciting career across wide range of fields. Wherever you want to go, this course is a great first step to get there.

Your future

Your knowledge and understanding of how language works and how we communicate will open doors to lots of exciting careers. Whether you have a specific career in mind or haven’t thought beyond university, we can help you plan for success.

As an English Language, Linguistics and World Literature graduate, you will have developed the key skills that employers look for, including the ability to think critically, communicate your ideas and opinions, and work independently and as part of a team. We offer several modules with direct relevance to the world of work, including options that focus on teaching or writing in the media.

There are lots of opportunities for you to gain extra skills such as learning a language or volunteering. Outside of your studies our employability team also offer a comprehensive programme of workshops, CV clinics, mock assessment centres, alumni talks and careers events specifically to help you succeed when you graduate.

The creative problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills you develop at Kent can prepare you for a career in any field. The study of literature and language at Kent equips you with the adaptability to thrive in an exciting career in whatever area you are passionate about. This means you leave Kent ready to step into a career of limitless opportunities, from education to business, charity to government; you’ll have the talent and insight to build the career you want.

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The following modules are what students typically study, but this may change year to year in response to new developments and innovations.

Stage 1:

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

Studying Language;
Studying Literature;
Sounds, Structure and Meaning;
Storytelling Across the Ages;
Language in Society;
The Literary Imagination.

Stage 2:

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

Comparative and World Literature;
Language Data Toolkit;
Independent Project.

Optional modules may include the following:

Language Acquisition;
(De)Constructing Gender;
Introduction to Publishing;
Language Teaching.

Stage 3:

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

Final Year Project.

Optional modules may include the following:

Clinical and Behavioural Linguistics;
Intercultural Communication;
Multilingualism;
Neurodiversity and Mental Health in Literature;
The Book and the Film: Adaptation and Interpretation;
Travel, Migration and Displacement;
Stylistics and Creative Writing.