BA (Hons) in English Language and Media in Hatfield United Kingdom | University of Hertfordshire

You'll be taught by lecturers specializing in diverse linguistic fields, including psycholinguistics, bilingualism, and gender studies in language. They'll provide expert knowledge in phonetics and speech production - the fundamental components of human communication. You'll examine real-world data, transcripts, and texts to explore how language shapes our worldview. Our digital eye-tracking technology will allow you to study how the brain processes language, observing visual patterns during reading and spoken interactions.

Most modules are elective, letting you focus on your preferred subjects. Options include Teaching English as a Foreign Language or investigating language's role in criminal investigations through forensic linguistics.

Delve into the emerging field of sociolinguistics to examine how language varies across social contexts. Explore gender differences in communication and how accents influence personality perceptions.

Media
Our media program combines practical training with theoretical study, featuring global perspectives from our partners in Malaysia and Egypt. First-year students learn core media theory and journalism fundamentals while analyzing both UK and international media landscapes.

Our proximity to London's dynamic media industry provides exceptional opportunities, including easy access to Warner Bros and Harry Potter Studios. On campus, you'll have access to professional-grade TV, radio, and media production facilities for hands-on learning.

Duration: 3 years (4 years with placement)
Study abroad available
Work placement option