English Language and Linguistics BA (Hons)

Tailor your degree to your passion. Our English Language and Linguistics BA enables you to choose from a wide range of specialist areas and examine language from psychological, cultural and historical perspectives. From business to law and modern languages, you take electives from other subjects to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests. You also have the opportunity to apply for a year studying abroad.

From child language acquisition to forensic linguistics – our extensive range of modules and supportive learning environment means you graduate with the skills to develop your career in a range of areas. This includes areas from journalism, PR and new media, to language teaching, and speech and language therapy.

You’ll be part of a close-knit community of staff and students who support each other.

32 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

IELTS (Academic)

6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

Check your IELTS qualification meets all of our language requirements

Find out more about IELTS

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We do not accept IELTS Online.

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