Overview

The Bachelor in English at North-West University (NWU) literary coursework covers key periods, authors and movements in English literature from the 17th to the 21st century. The linguistic component introduces students to grammatical analysis (syntax and semantics), applied linguistics (language acquisition theories, curriculum design and lesson planning), historical linguistics (development of English), stylistics, and sociolinguistics.

English is a language of communication, travel and education. A major in English opens up great career opportunities such as teaching, court interpreting, translation and editing.

The English Department of the Potchefstroom Campus also offers two supplementary optional modules at second-year level: Classics for Literature Students (I) and (II). These modules focus on classical mythology and literary genres, and classical influences on later literature.

Modules designed for English for practical purposes (ENLS) are also offered across the three campuses. The course is aimed at students who wish to improve their professional writing skills and comprises two first-year modules:

English for Specific Purposes

Practical English for Professional Purposes

Possible career opportunities

Curriculum design (requires postgraduate study)
Teaching English as a second or other languages
Teaching (requires a postgraduate teaching certificate/diploma)
Creative writing & freelance writing
Journalism
Technical writing
Content writing
Publishing & advertising
Specialised secretarial and administrative work
Language practitioner work
Digital copywriting
Editorial work
Lexicography
Speech pathology (requires further study)
Proof-reading
Academia & research (within a tertiary environment)

Programme Structure

Courses include

Academic Literacy

Creative Writing

English

Language Practice
Language Technolog

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Mankoeng, South Africa

Disciplines

British Studies View 4 other Bachelors in British Studies in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

South Africans must first successfully complete the SANSC (South African National Senior Certificate) examinations.

All students who are either completing or have completed their schooling outside of South Africa and / or through an alternate educational system must ascertain whether they have also earned “matriculation exemption”. In this regard, the SAMB regulates admission to first degree studies by ensuring all students who did not complete a SANSC but who have an equivalent university entrance qualification, comply with the requisite criteria.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Mankoeng

South Africa

7630 - 10640 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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