WHY STUDY ENGLISH?

The Department of English Language and Literature offers students a major in English and a major in Linguistics. All courses offered in the English Department equip students for a broad range of challenging careers. The enriching knowledge gained goes far beyond vocational specializations.

WHAT ARE THE MAJORS?
There is a major in English and a major in Linguistics.
Detailed information on the courses comprising the different majors will be available in the Faculty of Humanities Student Handbook 2011.

WHICH MAJOR OR PROGRAMME SHALL I CHOOSE?
Your choice of a major or programme will depend on your interests and career objectives. Undergraduate courses equip students with skills relevant to a wide variety of careers. For some careers, further specialized training may be necessary.

IF I AM NOT SURE ABOUT MY CAREER INTERESTS, SHOULD I STILL CONSIDER ENROLLING FOR COURSES IN THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT?
Effective verbal and written communication skills are basic requirements in all professions. Courses in the English Department engage students in the development of these skills.

DO WE GET INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION?
Students attend lecture series and, in addition, are able to get more individual attention in tutorials and seminars. In first year, Academic Development tutorials are available for students who feel the need for specialized tuition in a small group.

HOW DO I APPLY?
The UCT application form and all the necessary information is available on the UCT home page:University of Cape Town / Applying to UCT > Criteria for admission > Undergraduates > Commerce

WHAT POSTGRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES ARE THERE WITH AN UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE ?
two-year coursework Honours/ Masters degree.