English and Linguistics, BA (Hons)

A combined English and Linguistics degree offers one of the most stimulating university experiences. Studying English provides fresh perspectives on the world and enhanced expressive possibilities, while Linguistics enables you to analyze language, interpret its structures, and explore the science of communication. Together, they deliver an exciting integration of language's art and science.Staff in both departments are world-renowned for research spanning historical periods, major languages, and global literary genres. Discover the Department of English and Related Literature’s programmes; watch our English and Linguistics videos. As a leading European centre for Linguistics research, York offers in-house TEFL modules that count toward a qualification, preparing you to teach English to non-native speakers.