English Language and Literature Studies (Honours) Beijing Normal University - Hong Kong Baptist University United International College

Overview

The English Language and Literature Studies (Honours) programme at Beijing Normal University - Hong Kong Baptist University United International College is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in English studies, while offering at the same time the opportunity to specialize in one of the three areas: Professional Communication, Literary Studies, or English Language Teaching. It provides a multi-disciplinary approach to studying the language and literature applicable to educational, professional and cultural contexts.

Career Prospects 

The ELLS Programme offers vigorous training that allows graduates to: 

• meet a rapidly changing academic and professional contexts in a critical and creative manner;

• communicate effectively in both written and oral English;

• work effectively and collaboratively in inter-cultural environments;

• apply the knowledge and skills in a fast-paced global professional environment.

We have a strong track record in preparing the ongoing of our graduates to proceed to postgraduate study in Hong Kong or overseas. Further, many of the alumni will move into careers, including the following:

• Administration in education;

• English language teaching in private institutes;

• Public relations;

• Public school English teaching;

• Publishing, media and journalism;

• Tourism and travel industries.