How has English evolved? How has English influenced society? How does English change the world around us? These are just some of the questions answered by the BA English Language and Linguistics offered by the School of Education, Communication and Society at King’s.
We are pleased to offer three scholarships to overseas applicants interested in taking this course. Each scholarship is worth £6,000, which will be distributed across three annual instalments in the form of a tuition discount.
[You can find out more about the scholarships and eligibility here.](https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/english-language-and-linguistics-ba) Applications close on 23 June 2025.
On our Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in English Language & Linguistics, students will focus on the relationships between language, society and culture. Students will develop a thorough understanding of the role language plays in different social contexts, such as in traditional media and on social media, in teaching and education settings, in professional institutions, and in creative language use such as novels and films. Students will also explore the links between language and the mind, and study the sounds, words and structures of English.
The BA English Language & Linguistics course is delivered by academics within the School of Education, Communication and Society. Students will be taught by academics who have an international reputation for world-leading research in language, linguistics and communication.
Students are also able to explore an optional study abroad pathway on this course.