Language and Linguistics at University of Essex

04/09/2026

Introducing the School of Language, Literature and Media at the University of Essex!

The new school joins together the Department of Language and Linguistics and the Department of Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies.

Learn more about the degrees and research from the School of Language, Literature, and Media at the University of Essex.

10/08/2026

Love language but not sure where it could take you?

English Language and Linguistics develops analytical thinking, research and communication skills that employers value across a huge range of industries.

If you're still deciding what to study, Clearing is your chance to choose a course that helps you understand people while preparing you for a career where communication matters.

📚 Explore BA English Language and Linguistics through Clearing today.

28/07/2026

🎓✨ Graduation 2026 ✨🎓
Now that we've finally had a chance to sort through the photos, we'd like to look back on our Graduation 2026 Reception and once again celebrate the achievements of our students.

It was wonderful to come together after graduation to mark this important milestone and recognise the dedication, hard work, and perseverance that have brought our graduates to this moment.

To all of our graduates: congratulations again on your well-earned success. We are incredibly proud of everything you have achieved and wish you all the very best for the future as you begin the next chapter of your journeys.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate. We hope you enjoy these photos from a memorable occasion. 📸🎉

23/07/2026

Every language tells a different story.

Learning another language isn't just about speaking more words, it's about understanding different cultures, building connections and seeing the world from a new perspective.

If you're curious about the world beyond your own and want a career that could take you across continents, Modern Languages could be where your journey begins.

🌍 Explore BA Modern Languages through Clearing.

23/07/2026

Every conversation, speech, podcast and social media post starts with language.

The words we choose shape relationships, influence decisions and tell stories about who we are.

English Language and Linguistics explores how communication connects people, cultures and communities, helping you understand the power behind the words we use every day.

If you're fascinated by people, communication and the way language shapes the world around us, this could be the course for you.

📚 Explore BA English Language and Linguistics through Clearing.

18/07/2026

Congratulations to all the Language & Linguistics students who just graduated! 🎓️ 🌟 👏👏👏

18/07/2026

Congratulations to all Language & Linguistics students who have just graduated! 🎓🌟👏👏👏

22/05/2026

The Africa Special Interest Group is hosting an African Linguistics Day on the theme of “The future of African languages”.

All are welcome!

Thursday 11th June 2026, 10:30-16:30
Room: NTC.1.02
Colchester Campus, University of Essex

15/05/2026

Congratulations to Dr Stephanie King on the award of Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Linguistics. The title of Dr King's thesis is 'Classroom Action Research (CAR): An investigation into English language teachers' perceptions, practices, and reflections after engaging in CAR’, and she was supervised by Dr Tracey Costley.

30/04/2026

Congratulations to Dr Alaa Mohammed S Alqarni on the award of Doctor of Philosophy in Linguistics. The title of Dr Alqarni’s thesis is 'Dialect Contact and koineisation in Riyadh:A Study on the Dialect of Alqarni Tribe’, and she was supervised by Professor Enam Al-Wer.