Teaching & Modules
Modules
Year
Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 360 credits, or 120 credits for each year of study.
Year 1 - Required Modules
In Year 1 you will study six required modules, totalling 120 credits, to build a strong foundation in English language and linguistics. In addition, there are three non-credit bearing workshops designed to help you with your learning in a university environment.
- Describing English Language (15 credits)
- Language & Communication (15 credits)
- Introduction to Sociolinguistics (30 credits)
- Language Development (15 credits)
- Second Language Learning (15 credits)
There are no optional modules in your first year.
Teaching methods - what to expect
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, small group discussions and workshops, and you will also undertake a significant amount of self-study. Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
At King’s, all students on a taught programme are allocated a personal tutor who will play a key role in helping you to get the most out of your studies, providing support and encouragement for your time at university. Personal tutors provide you with the opportunity to periodically take stock of your learning, academic progress and general wellbeing as you progress through your studies, offering guidance on how to seek further support if you need it, and how to access the range of opportunities available to you as a King's student.
Key Information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
ABB
Duration:
Three years
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
23 November 2025