Diploma in English Language Studies
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Diploma
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Made up of
- 120 credits
Description
This diploma will appeal to anyone with an interest in English and its current position in the world. It will provide you with: an understanding of the history of English, its development as a global language and its contemporary use in a range of social contexts.; a critical appreciation of key theoretical traditions and conceptual frameworks for the study of language; opportunities to analyse spoken, written and multi-modal English; conceptual and communications skills, and an opportunity to progress towards more independent thinking and judgement.
How to register
Registration is not yet open for this qualification. For an autumn 2012 start, registration opens on 27 March 2012. If you would like to register your interest, you can order our free guide to studying in 2012.
Career relevance and employability
This diploma provides you with skills that are applicable to a broad range of career opportunities, including teaching, public relations, the media (publishing, journalism, advertising etc.), business and administration. You’ll have learnt to synthesise, analyse and critically evaluate information from a variety of sources and to conduct independent research. These skills and competencies are recognised by employers in all fields who put a high value on people who can: construct a clearly expressed argument; present ideas concisely, logically and clearly; make a critical analysis of a piece of writing; deal competently with a large amount of complex information; and show initiative in conducting independent research.
There is more information about how OU study can improve your employability in the OU’s Employability Statement from our Careers Advisory Service. You can also read or download our publication OU study and your career and look at our subject pages to find out about career opportunities.
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Read more detailed information about the learning outcomes, and how they are acquired through teaching, learning and assessment methods.
Credit for previous study elsewhere
If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution we may be able to give you credit that you can count towards this Open University qualification. Further details will be available when registration opens for this qualification.
On completion
On successful completion of the required modules you will be awarded a Diploma in English Language Studies and will be entitled to use the letters Dip ELS (Open) after your name.
Fees 2012
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