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English Language and Culture

Bachelor
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From its humble beginnings as one of the languages of Britain, English has spread all over the globe and emerged as the international language of science, media, politics, and technology. Taught entirely in English, the Bachelor’s programme in English Language and Culture explores the literary, linguistic, and cultural aspects of the English-speaking world. It will allow you to refine your command of the English language and discover the diversity of English through its literature, from its origins to its global expansion and beyond.

Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time, part-time
Nov27
Experience Days dec 2023
Mar15
Bachelor's Week 15-22 Mar
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Why study English Language and Culture at the UvA?

Highly-ranked programme

The programme is ranked 1st in Continental Europe and 42nd overall in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.

Ideal study environment

Amsterdam, a European hub with a rich historical and cultural heritage, has a large professional and social English-speaking community.

Stand-alone programme

The programme exclusively centres on English language and culture, featuring a diverse array of courses encompassing literature and linguistics.

Small-scale and intensive

You will study in an intimate academic setting with small class sizes and plenty of time to interact with your professors and peers.

Is English Language and Culture right for you?

  1. You are interested in the history and structure of the English language, and its varieties around the world.
  2. You would like to explore and deepen your appreciation of the literature and linguistics of the English-speaking world.
  3. You want to study a combination of language, literature and culture.
  4. You would like to be part of an international cohort of around a 100 first-year students. 
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Facts & Figures
Degree programme
BA English Language and Culture
Type
Regular study programme
Mode
Full-time, part-time
Credits
180 ECTS, 36 months
Language of instruction
English
Starts in
September
CROHO code
56806
Location
University Quarter
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