English Language
Reo Ingarihi
Scholarships
Ranking
Top 300 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023)
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Scholarships
Ranking
Top 300 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023)
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Qualifications
Overview
This subject explores the history of the English language. You will learn about the sound and grammatical systems of English, how English changes over time, geographical variations, and the social and cultural meaning behind our use of words and ways we learn to communicate.
- Explore the structure, functions, and history of English language, with a focus on New Zealand English and the infamous Kiwi accent, Māori-English phrases, and the psychology behind how communication adapts in different settings.
- Interdisciplinary field of study that bridges the sciences, the social sciences, and the humanities.
- Study English Language as a minor in many bachelor’s degrees to develop your communication and social language skills on top of your other interests.
English Language major
For the major in the Bachelor of Arts, complete the following courses:
100-level
200-level
- ENLA210 Language Variation Across Space and Time
- Two 200-level LING courses (which may include one 200-level ENGL course)
300-level
You can also benefit from taking Linguistics courses, and/or from taking a course in another language other than English or your native language.
English Language minor
For the minor in the Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, Digital Screen, Health Sciences, Science, Social and Environmental Sustainability, Sport Coaching, or Youth and Community Leadership, complete the following courses:
- 75 points in 100 to 300-level ENLA courses, with at least 45 points above 100-level
This subject is a good foundation for any career which requires advanced communication skills and a detailed understanding of the English language, especially in international contexts.
Some career pathways could include:
- English language teaching
- Cultural or community support
- Editing or publishing
- Journalism.
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in English Language.
Contact us
Department of Linguistics and English Language
Phone +64 3 369 3377
Email linguistics@canterbury.ac.nz
Location
Level 2, Elsie Locke building – see campus maps
Postal address
Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
New Zealand
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