Our English Language for Speech and Language Therapy degree has been developed specifically for those aiming for a future career in Speech and Language Therapy. While this degree does not lead to SLT certification upon graduation, the aim and goals of this undergraduate course is to help build a strong foundation for further postgraduate study in Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) and subsequent certification as a speech language therapist.

English is an important language socially, politically and economically. Today it is a global language, with an estimated 1.5 billion speakers worldwide. English is the best-described language in the world and by studying for a BA in this field you can become proficient in understanding how English works, why and how it is used, where it has come from, as well as gaining knowledge in linguistic study.

You will get the chance to learn about subjects like the grammatical structure of English (word order, sounds, vocabulary, meaning and so on), the history of English, English dialects and social variation, English in society, English in education, cultural aspects of English, global English, and more.

You will also develop extensive knowledge of English linguistics and the areas of general linguistic theory that underpin study in this field, which, depending on the modules taken, could include topics like language acquisition by children, discourse analysis, psycholinguistics, bi/multilingualism. Central to this particular degree is a specialized module taken in the final year that provides an introduction to the field of speech language therapy. 

Placement Year

This course is available as a 4-year ‘with Placement Year’ option. Please apply for English Language for Speech and Language Therapy with Placement Year BA. Find out more about 'with Placement Year' courses here. 

The placement year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject. The Placement Year is undertaken at the end of the second year and students are away for the whole of the academic year. The minimum period in placement (at one or more locations) is seven calendar months; more usually you would spend 10-12 months with a placement provider. You would normally start sometime in the period June to September of your second year and finish between June and September the following year. Placements can be UK-based or overseas and you will work with staff to plan and finalise the placement arrangements.

You will be expected to find and arrange a suitable placement to complement your degree, and will be fully supported throughout by a dedicated member of staff at your academic School and the University’s Skills and Employability Services.

Internships

Bangor University runs a paid internship scheme within the university’s academic and service departments.

Career

A degree in English Language teaches transferrable skills which include, but are not limited to: critical reading and evaluation, research and analytical skills, proficiency in diverse modes of presentation (written, electronic and spoken), problem solving, working effectively with others, working with and without supervision, time management, information technology skills, effective interpersonal communication and personal organization.

This course is primarily aimed at those seeking to pursue advanced SLT studies and then subsequent certification as a speech language therapist.*  With strong elements in linguistics, English Language and psychology, graduates will be well positioned for a range of other employment opportunities in media, languages, education, management, government, research etc. Others may embark on further postgraduate qualifications in areas such as linguistics, psychology, language acquisition or education to further enhance their employability or to pursue a particular career such as teaching in the Further Education or Higher Education sectors.

Students also have the opportunity to take International Experience and/or Work Placement with this degree to increase their employability.