LANGUAGES & LINGUISTICS
LANGUAGES & LINGUISTICS By studying Languages & Linguistics at York St John University you will be joining a lively, inclusive community of linguists. You will benefit from opportunities for trips and study abroad to Japan, Poland, USA, Korea and Spain, guest lectures by international experts, community-based field work, student societies and lots of other fun events. Our lecturers are undertaking world-leading research, often together with their students, on the part played by language in homophobic bullying in schools, how children learn to read, relationships between parents and children in multilingual families, the pronunciation of Japanese by speakers of English, dialects of English and British Sign Language in Yorkshire and the North East and Deaf identities amongst many other subjects. We will offer you opportunities to contribute to our research projects and support you to design your own. By the end of your degree you will be telling us things about language(s) that we didn’t already know! We look forward to welcoming you. Dr Rachel Wicaksono Head of School, Languages & Linguistics
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I chose York St John because the languages and linguistics staff seemed so passionate about their subjects and were so welcoming and accommodating to all of my questions. I’ve found them to be some of the most supportive, and funny people, and it’s made a really positive effect on my willingness to participate and get involved in extra-curricular things. The course catered amazingly to my career prospects in TESOL whilst still allowing me to explore and try other specialised areas in my module choices. Learning the basic structural aspects of language, such as grammar and phonetics, has really helped to build my confidence and knowledge of these areas, which is something that is absolutely necessary in my future career as a teacher of English to speakers of other languages. However, having also taken modules such as Theories and Methodologies in TESOL, Language and Identities, and language, gender, and sexuality, I have gained so much knowledge surrounding the potential background roles of a good teacher, as a support system for students and an individual who can help to promote individuality and difference. I like to think that my study of these modules, alongside the structural components will help me to become the best teacher I can be, as well as a more wellrounded person.
Niamh Johnson English Language & Linguistics BA (Hons)
CELTA
If you study with us you may have the opportunity to apply for the world-renowned teaching qualification, the Cambridge Assessment English Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA), at no extra charge (subject to interview).
OUR COURSES BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE & DEAF STUDIES BA (HONS)
Study the culture, history and language of signing D/deaf communities in the UK. Engage with signing D/deaf people and communities in a range of contexts, whilst gaining the highly-respected Signature qualifications in British Sign Language (BSL) – the preferred language of over 87,000 people in the UK. BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE & EDUCATIONAL LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
At York St John University we have a long-standing tradition of studying languages in use, including British Sign Language. If you’ve ever wondered how language impairments can affect our learning, or what language diversity in the classroom means for students and you have an interest in British Sign Language (BSL) then this course is for you. BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE, ENGLISH & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
Join a thriving community of British Sign Language (BSL) learners in a School which prides itself on a personal approach to learning. You will learn to communicate in BSL to an advanced level at the same time as asking big questions about how people use, learn and understand languages.
EDUCATIONAL LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
On this course you will have the opportunity to explore the key role of language and linguistics in education and discover how discourses around language shape classroom practices and policies. ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
Everyone uses language, but not everyone knows about language - for example, how we learn language, why our language abilities sometimes fail us, why people might have different views about what is correct, how and why language varies between individuals and in different contexts. Learn how to answer these questions and more. ENGLISH LANGUAGE, LINGUISTICS & TESOL BA (HONS)
This degree gives you the skills you need to teach English around the world. Designed to give you both a deep understanding of theories and methods for teaching English in a multilingual world and broad expertise in language structure and use, we will equip you for the practical challenge of teaching English as a world language.
LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION STUDIES BA (HONS)
If you have an interest in languages, love learning about other cultures and enjoy new experiences and challenging yourself then this is the course for you! JAPANESE & INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION BA (HONS)
This exciting three-year course provides insights into different sociocultural language practices, providing you with specialist communication skills you could use to work in Japan or in another international professional context. JAPANESE & TESOL BA (HONS)
Whether you have experience of learning the Japanese language or just have a passion for teaching English, this course will provide the knowledge you need to work in Japan or around the world. JAPANESE, ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
Combine your interest in Japanese culture and language with the study of linguistics. On a course designed to give you extensive Japanese language skills and a profound understanding of Japanese culture, you will also explore a range of topics in English language and linguistics.
JAPANESE, INTERCULTURAL & CONTEMPORARY COMMUNICATION BA (HONS)
Gain communicative Japanese language skills, a deep understanding of Japanese culture and a working knowledge of linguistics. JAPANESE, TESOL & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
This programme will provide you with language skills enriched with an understanding of Japanese culture, whilst preparing you for teaching English in a multilingual world - all underpinned by the fascinating practice of linguistics. KOREAN, TESOL & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
Designed to give you the skills you need to teach English in Korea and around the world, we will provide you with a deep understanding of Korean culture and the opportunity to spend a year in Korea. Continued on next page
91%
of English Language & Linguistics students were satisfied with their course. (NSS 2019)
KOREAN, ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
Combine your interest in Korean culture and language with the study of linguistics. On a course designed to give you extensive Korean language skills and a profound understanding of Korean culture, you will also explore a range of topics in English language and linguistics. KOREAN, INTERCULTURAL & CONTEMPORARY COMMUNICATION BA (HONS)
This four-year degree in Korean, Intercultural and Contemporary Communication (which includes a year in Korea) gives you the skills you need to work in Korea or in an international professional context. CHINESE, ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
Combine your interest in Chinese culture and language with the study of linguistics. On a course designed to give you extensive Chinese language skills and a profound understanding of Chinese culture, you will also explore a range of topics in English language and linguistics.
CHINESE, INTERCULTURAL & CONTEMPORARY COMMUNICATION BA (HONS)
This four-year degree in Chinese, Intercultural and Contemporary Communication (which includes a year in China) gives you the skills you need to work in China or in an international professional context. CHINESE, TESOL & LINGUISTICS BA (HONS)
This programme will provide you with language skills enriched with an understanding of Chinese culture, whilst preparing you for teaching English in a multilingual world - all underpinned by the fascinating practice of linguistics.
FACILITIES Our specialist resources include the Linguistics Lab; a private space to which only our students and staff are given the entry code, in the Fountains Learning Centre. The Linguistics Lab includes 30 PCs with all the software you will need, for example, to identify the perpetrators of crime, create and search large databases of text, test for acquired and developmental language disorders, and
analyse the data you will collect for your own research project. In the Languages Workshop you can use our online resources, borrow books and films in your language of study, meet your ‘language buddy’, and practise making the short BSL videos you will need if you choose to take the externally-accredited Signature exams.
MORE THAN A DEGREE At York St John University we encourage you to make the most of your time studying with us and also to take part in a range of additional activities and trips to enhance your learning. After all, when learning about language(s) it is often best to get out there and get first hand experience. We believe in giving our students the opportunity to explore the world. Many of our students study abroad, for a semester or a full year, as part of their degree, learning new languages and about other cultures. By offering study abroad placements, we ensure you are ready for global employment. We also offer the Cambridge Assessment
English CELTA course, ideal if you are interested in teaching English abroad after you have completed our studies. You will have the opportunity to get hands-on teaching experience from the start of your Degree. For example, York: English as an Additional Language (YEAL) is a student-led voluntary outreach programme where our students are placed in local schools to work with pupils who have English as an additional language. We are a lively community of linguists with opportunities for trips, guest lectures, field work, societies and lots of other events.
At York St John University we’ve been changing lives through education since 1841. We have a long history of championing social justice and expanding opportunities. Our research and our teaching reflect this.
97% of York St John University graduates were in work or further study six months after graduation (DLHE 2017).
People from almost
60
different countries study at York St John University. When you graduate you will become part of a global community who are proud to be part of the YSJ Family.
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PLACEMENT YEARS Almost all of our Undergraduate courses can now be studied with a placement year in industry, giving you more real-world experience to boost your career.
STUDY ABROAD Most of our courses include the option to study abroad for a year or a semester without adding extra time to your degree. We have links with partner institutions all around the world.