Our BA English Language draws on Birmingham’s internationally-renowned strength in corpus linguistics, grammar, stylistics, discourse analysis and applied linguistics. You will be able to tailor the programme to suit your strengths and interests and towards a wide range of careers. The skills you gain will make you a much-sought-after graduate. On this degree programme you will gain a broad knowledge and understanding of the English language. You will engage with the structure and character of English including phonology, lexis, grammar and discourse. You will study the ways in which English varies according to time, place and context. You will also discover the processes of learning the language, theories about language and methodologies and practices of linguistic research. You will also have the chance to use new resources such as computer-held databases of linguistic data and you will be encouraged to embrace theoretical and technological advances in the study of language. Studying for an English Language BA at the University of Birmingham is an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a diverse cultural, textual and linguistic discipline, whilst also developing skills in intellectual analysis, critical thinking and articulate expression. The structure of the English Language programme allows you to pursue many potential career areas by developing relevant skills and expertise that will be relevant to future employers. You will acquire practical skills that you will find just as useful in your future career including oral presentation, professional documentation, group work and the uses of information technology. English Language graduates from the University of Birmingham have excellent prospects after graduation. Our graduates have started careers with employers including media companies, educational institutions, local councils, publishers, charities and a wide range of large commercial organisations, in roles such as marketing coordinator, editorial assistant, creative advertising account executive, recruitment consultant and parliamentary caseworker. Many pursue postgraduate study to specialise in an academic area or prepare for careers such as law and teaching. Employers target University of Birmingham students for their diverse skill-set and our graduate employment statistics have continued to climb at a rate well above national trends.