Earn a BA in English Language and Literature

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English Language and Literature (BA, 4 Years)

Duration:
4 Years

Qualification Awarded:
Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature

Language:
English

Mode of Study:
Full-time or Part-time

Earn a BA in English Language and Literature at UNIC

Globally Recognised and Accredited Degree

The programme in English Language and Literature aims to equip students with skills relevant to such a double major.

It concentrates on two core areas: (a) Linguistics, by offering a comprehensive study of language with some focus on teaching English as a foreign language and (b) English Literature, by covering the major authors and issues from 1580 to the present day, and by offering a detailed study of all literary genres: poetry, drama, and prose.

The courses of the literature component are designed so as to give the student good knowledge of the literary history of Anglophone literature and the cultural conditions under which it is written.

The courses of the linguistics component aim to provide the student with a thorough grounding of the principles underpinning the study of language and the diversity of linguistic study. The TEFL courses aim to provide students with the knowledge and skills relevant to teaching English with emphasis on classroom management and the use of technology.

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  • Instructors who publish their work in reputable publishing houses, such as Cambridge University Press, Routledge and Macmillan

  • Innovative curriculum with specialization in Foreign Language Teaching, Linguistics and Literature

  • Instructors serving on Editing Committees of Academic Journals such as Teaching English with Technology

  • An innovative curriculum with global recognition

  • Internship opportunities in foreign language teaching, translation, publishing, cultural services, and tourism industry positions

  • More than 90% of our graduates work in their field of study within a year of graduation

  • High in student satisfaction based on Course Rigor, Assurance of Learning, Interaction with professors, peers and Student Support System

  • Numerous classes and individualized teaching for each student
  • Teachers who have secured significant funding from the EU for their participation in the English Quality Assurance Programme

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  • All inclusive room costs (electricity, water, internet, cable TV)

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  • Restaurant/cafe, mini-market, gym, study room, TV room, games area, laundry room

  • Parking garage and bicycle racks

  • Just a 2-minute walk from Campus

Student Success Stories

See what it means to be part of the UNIC family and find out what it feels like to follow your dreams and THINK BIG. EVOLVE.

“Currently, as an educator at a secondary private school myself, I realise how much my professors at the University of Nicosia offered me. I finished my degree not with a large amount of memorised information, but as a critical thinker who knows what and how to research, as well as how to tailor and apply knowledge based on circumstance and learner. The skills and foundation I acquired are irreplaceable and are what gave me the confidence to stand in a classroom and teach the way I do today. l still find myself reflecting on my university professors’ methodologies in order to better myself and diversify my lessons.

Many times my younger students ask me whether we had to memorise the dictionary at university- to which of course I have a little giggle to myself. All I can say is I memorised nothing, but left prepared for everything.”

Emily Hillides, English and Drama, Pascal Private School Limassol, English Language and Literature, Class of 2013

“I graduated from the University of Nicosia in 2010 with BA Cum Laude in English Language and Literature. I really enjoyed my time there. I was particularly interested in the Literature modules and felt like the programme offered real variety – American Literature, Literary Theory, Comparative Literature, Poetry, Shakespeare etc.

The lectures and lecturers were very engaging, friendly and approachable. I got a lot of support and inspiration at the University of Nicosia to continue my education at the University of Edinburgh. I applied to do an MSc in Literature and Modernity: 1900 onwards, and graduated in November 2011. I have been living in Edinburgh since then.”

Irina Navolochnaya, English Language and Literature, Class of 2010

“Driven by the passion for English language and literature I wished to study at the university which offers aid and guidance to successful completion of my goal. Therefore, after my high school graduation, I did a thorough research and discovered that University of Nicosia was offering my dream degree BA in English Language and Literature. Words couldn’t possibly transfer the excitement and nervousness I felt once I found out I was admitted to the university. My four-year academic journey was the most interesting, the most challenging and the most rewarding experience. My witty and kindhearted professors not only taught me upon the subject, but also helped me realize my strengths and weakness for my further personal progress. Moreover, the advice I received from my tutors has served me throughout the years and helped me both in my academic and personal life. In addition, the experience that I gained from my witty professors, interactive lessons and seminars, greatly contributed to the development and growth of my own personality and perception of the world. Currently, I’m working as an ESL teacher in Lithuania. Now I’m able to provide and ensure high-quality English lessons to my students, and that’s all thanks to the skills and knowledge I obtained from English Language and Literature BA program at the University of Nicosia.”

Laura Suvaizdytė, English Language and Literature, Class of 2017

“Once I got my BA in English at the University of Nicosia, it opened so many doors for me. My choices were endless. 7 years later I am now a Director of Studies in Italy and I have my BA to thank for it. It gave me what I needed to become a confident teacher. It taught me the ins and outs of the language and it nurtured and flourished my passion for English.”

Sebastiana Ioannou, Director Of Studies at My English School Italia, English Language and Literature, Class of 2013