In today’s world English is everywhere – from literature to films, from trade to international politics. In our bachelor’s programme, you will acquire an excellent command of spoken and written English, and explore the language structure and the mechanics behind language acquisition.
Moreover, you will study the cultures of English-speaking countries in-depth, while analysing the interaction between language changes and changes in society. This bachelor’s programme is unique in the Netherlands for the breadth of its scope. We offer four specialisations: Language Acquisition, Literature, Linguistics and Philology. After graduation, your knowledge and academic and personal skills will support you in finding a high-level job, for instance in publishing, journalism or the government.
Location
Leiden
Duration programme
3 years
Largest lecture size
130
Maximum tutorial size
24
Number of nationalities
8
