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This undergraduate combined degree in Philosophy and English Language and Linguistics at the University of Kent offers students an opportunity to explore two fascinating disciplines that enrich understanding of human thought, language, and communication. Throughout the program, students delve into the core principles of philosophical inquiry, engaging with fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, ethics, and reality, while also studying the structure, function, and development of the English language. The interdisciplinary nature of the course encourages critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deep appreciation of linguistic diversity alongside philosophical reasoning.
Students will examine historical and contemporary philosophical debates, learning to construct and evaluate arguments, think independently, and develop a nuanced perspective on complex issues. Parallel to this, they will analyze various aspects of the English language, including syntax, semantics, phonetics, and pragmatics, gaining insight into how language functions in society, how it evolves over time, and how it shapes human interaction. The program combines theoretical study with practical applications, equipping graduates with versatile skills applicable across careers in education, research, writing, policy, and beyond.
The curriculum includes optional modules allowing students to tailor their learning according to their interests, whether that’s exploring existential philosophy, pragmatics in communication, or language development. With a strong emphasis on critical analysis, research methods, and academic writing, students are prepared to pursue postgraduate study or enter professional roles that require advanced communication and reasoning skills.
The University of Kent’s supportive academic environment includes expert teaching staff, extensive libraries, and innovative learning resources. Students benefit from engaging lectures, seminars, workshops, and opportunities for public engagement and research projects. The program also offers opportunities for placements and internships to gain real-world experience. Graduates of the combined Philosophy and English Language and Linguistics degree leave with a broad knowledge base, excellent communication skills, and a philosophical mindset—ready to contribute thoughtfully and effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
Detailed Course Facts
Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee- GBP 9000 Year (EEA)
- GBP 12450 Year (Non-EEA)
Start date September 2015 Credits (ECTS) 180 ECTS
Credits Total Kent credits: 360
Duration full-time 36 months Partnership Joint Languages Take an IELTS test
- English
Course Content
The course structure below gives a flavour of the modules that will be available to you and provides details of the content of this programme. This listing is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation. Most programmes will require you to study a combination of compulsory and optional modules, you may also have the option to take wild modules from other programmes offered by the University in order that you may customise your programme and explore other subject areas of interest to you or that may further enhance your employability.
Stage 1
Possible modules may include:
HI426 - Making History: Theory and Practice
LL310 - Foundations of Language 1: Sounds and Words
LL311 - Foundations of Language 2: Structure and Meaning
HI430 - Modern British History (Part Two)
HI431 - The English Renaissance: Society, Politics and Culture 1400-1600
HI433 - Early Modern History: The Age of Enlightenment c. 1600-1750
HI436 - A Global History of Empires: 1850-1960
HI353 - Britain and the Second World War: The Home Front
HI359 - Empire and Africa
HI366 - Britain in the Age of Industrialisation 1700-1830
HI385 - Introduction to the History of Medicine
HI391 - The Rise of the United States Since 1880
HI397 - Cinema and Society, 1930 - 1960
HI411 - Later Medieval Europe
HI419 - England in the Age of Chivalry: c1200-1400
HI425 - Revolutionary Europe 1700-1850
You have the opportunity to select wild modules in this stage
Stage 2
Possible modules may include:
HI5013 - Popular Religion and Heresy, 1100-1300
HI5023 - The American Civil War Era 1848-1877
HI5031 - African History since 1800
HI5035 - History of Modern Medicine and Medical Ethics,1800-2000
HI5041 - Gothic Art: Image and Imagination in Europe, c.1140-1500
HI5055 - Russia: 1855-1945 Reform, Revolution and War
HI5065 - British History c. 1480-1620
HI5075 - Marvels, Monsters and Freaks 1780-1920
HI5092 - Armies at War 1914-1918
HI5094 - Insurgencies and Counter-Insurgencies: The British and French Experienc
HI566 - History Dissertation
HI6002 - The British Army and Empire c1750-1920
HI6009 - Europe and the Islamic World, c 1450-1750
HI6018 - Victorian Science
HI6025 - Everyday Life in Early Modern Europe
HI783 - Anglo-Saxon England
HI789 - The Art of Death
HI795 - Inviting Doomsday: US Environmental
HI763 - How the West was Won (or lost): The American West in the Nineteenth Cen
HI6036 - Science Satirised
HI6042 - The British Empire: Sunrise to Sunset
HI6032 - Persecution, Repression and Resistance
HI6034 - Anglo-French Relations 1904 - 1945
HI6047 - Communist Eastern Europe, 1945-89
HI613 - Conflict in Seventeenth Century Britain
HI632 - The Tools of Empire 1760-1920
HI707 - Britain and The Falklands War
HI742 - The Cold War, 1941-1991
LL512 - Language Processing
LL513 - Language Variation and Change
LL518 - Stylistics: Language in Literature
LL519 - Syntax 1
LL539 - An Introduction to English Language Teaching 1
LL540 - An Introduction to English Language Teaching 2
LL534 - Semantics and Pragmatics
LL536 - English Language in the Media
LL537 - English Language in the Media 2
LL538 - First Language Acquisition
LL521 - Research Skills - ELL
LL522 - Morphology
LL524 - History of British English
LL525 - The Study of Speech
LL530 - Writing In The Media: A Practical Approach
LL531 - Atypical Language
LL532 - Learning and Teaching Languages
LL533 - Topics in Pragmatics
PL602 - Philosophy of Language
You have the opportunity to select wild modules in this stage
Stage 3
Possible modules may include:
HI747 - The Cold War, 1941 - 1991
HI6049 - The Rise and Fall of Slavery in the Atlantic World, c. 1500 - 1900
HI605 - Independent Documentary Study in History
HI6035 - Anglo-French Relations 1904 - 1945
HI6044 - British Politics 1625-1642
HI6045 - Origins of the Second World War
HI6046 - Wolves, Walruses and the Wild
HI6037 - Science Satirised
HI6039 - The Rights Revolution: The 20th Century US Supreme Court & Society
HI6040 - The Discovery of the World c.1450 - 1800
HI6041 - The Crusades in the Thirteenth Century
HI770 - From Blitzkrieg to Baghdad: Armoured Warfare in Theory, Practise and Im
HI796 - Inviting Doomsday: US Environmental
HI6029 - The Great War: British Memory, History and Culture
HI6030 - Empires of Religion
HI6021 - Famine in Pre-Industrial Societies
HI6024 - Napoleon and Europe, 1799 - 1815
HI6012 - From Crisis to Revolution: France 1774-1799
HI6014 - Riders on the Storm
HI6016 - The English Reformation and the Invention of the Middle Ages
HI5095 - Insurgencies and Counter-Insurgencies: The British and French Experienc
HI5099 - The Wars of the Roses
HI5093 - Armies at War 1914-1918
HI5068 - War and Modern Medicine 1850-1950
HI5072 - The American Revolution
HI5024 - The American Civil War Era 1848-1877
LL533 - Topics in Pragmatics
LL532 - Learning and Teaching Languages
LL531 - Atypical Language
LL530 - Writing In The Media: A Practical Approach
LL525 - The Study of Speech
LL524 - History of British English
LL522 - Morphology
LL521 - Research Skills - ELL
LL538 - First Language Acquisition
LL537 - English Language in the Media 2
LL536 - English Language in the Media
LL534 - Semantics and Pragmatics
LL540 - An Introduction to English Language Teaching 2
LL599 - Dissertation
PL576 - Philosophy of Language
LL539 - An Introduction to English Language Teaching 1
LL519 - Syntax 1
LL518 - Stylistics: Language in Literature
LL513 - Language Variation and Change
LL512 - Language Processing
English Language Requirements
IELTS band : 6.5
To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to
take an IELTS test.Requirements
The University will consider applications from students offering a wide range of qualifications, typical requirements are listed below, students offering alternative qualifications should contact the Admissions Office for further advice. It is not possible to offer places to all students who meet this typical offer/minimum requirement.
Qualification Typical offer/minimum requirement- A level: ABB including grade B in History
- Access to HE Diploma: The University of Kent will not necessarily make conditional offers to all access candidates but will continue to assess them on an individual basis. If an offer is made candidates will be required to obtain/pass the overall Access to Higher Education Diploma and may also be required to obtain a proportion of the total level 3 credits and/or credits in particular subjects at merit grade or above.
- BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma): The university will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) on a case by case basis please contact us via the enquiries tab for further advice on your individual circumstances.
- International Baccalaureate: 34 points overall or 16 at HL, including History 5 at HL or 6 at SL (where taken)
Work Experience
No work experience is required.
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- Access Bursary
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- Alumni Bursary
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The BA in Philosophy and English Language and Linguistics at the University of Kent is a multidisciplinary program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of philosophical concepts alongside advanced knowledge of language and linguistics. This course offers a unique combination of studies that encourages critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deep appreciation of both philosophical inquiry and linguistic analysis. Students will explore key philosophical issues such as metaphysics, ethics, and epistemology, while simultaneously engaging with the scientific study of language, its structure, and use in various contexts. The program emphasizes both theoretical perspectives and practical applications, preparing graduates for a wide range of careers in academia, education, media, publishing, and beyond. Students benefit from a diverse curriculum taught by experienced academics who are active researchers in their fields, ensuring access to the latest insights and debates within philosophy and linguistics. The university provides excellent facilities, including dedicated language labs and access to extensive research resources. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to develop critical, analytical, and communicative skills that are crucial for understanding complex texts and articulating ideas effectively. The program typically involves a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and independent study, with assessment methods including essays, presentations, and exams. International students are welcomed, with dedicated support services available to assist with integration and language development. The University of Kent's location offers a vibrant cultural setting, with opportunities for student engagement in various literary and philosophical events. The program aims to equip students with a broad intellectual foundation and transferable skills that can support further academic pursuits or entry into professional fields requiring expert analytical and communication capabilities.
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