English as a Second Language (3rd & 4th year entry) BA (Hons)

In today’s global context, fluent spoken and written English is increasingly valued, and the BA English as a Second Language will equip you with English language skills and fluency that will attract international employers throughout the world.

Graduates can use English as a global language in the world of education or business and to establish personal and professional networks. The degree also offers an opportunity to those who intend to train, as TESOL professionals, and teach English in the UK or internationally to develop these skills through the optional Theory and Practice in English Language Teaching Module.

Classes develop languages skills through group discussions, presentations and reading and writing tasks. Lessons use a combination of the latest English language resources and authentic materials.

Please note this course is only open to second-language speakers of English.

Course highlights

• This degree is designed for domestic, EU and international students looking to become proficient in English and to expand their knowledge of intercultural identities, teacher education, and analysing discourse
• The degree will provide you with English language skills that will open up a range of career opportunities with organisations around the world
• This one or two-year course offers entry at degree year level, building on your studies from your home institution, with a range of core and optional modules on Academic English, Cultural Studies, Teacher Training, Dissertation Research, Business English and many more
• With an emphasis on small group teaching, you will study all aspects of the English language
• You will refine and expand your knowledge and understanding of the language and its cultures, with a focus on authentic language development

Year 1:  Applicants must have completed the Certificate of General Secondary Education plus a relevant Foundation programme or Diploma Year 2:  Community College Diploma

If you do not fall into any of the categories above you will need to provide proof of your English language ability through the International English Language Test System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Duo Lingo

For 2022-23 entry, the University has approved the use of the online Duolingo English test as evidence of English language ability. UWS will accept an overall score between 90-115 with no component score below 90.

Career Prospects

Jobs

English is the language of international business and fluency immediately makes you more employable, providing you with a strong base for working in a range of national and international organisations. This degree demonstrates to employers that you possess a high standard of fluency, enabling you to work globally or in your own country dealing with international customers and partners.

Further Study

Upon graduation, our students have continued their studies at postgraduate level in TESOL, Education, Social Sciences, Business and other related areas.