Program Overview

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English and Applied Linguistics

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English and Applied Linguistics is a programme offered by the Department of English and Communication.

Recognition and Prospects

Recognition by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong

The programme is recognised by the Education Bureau of Hong Kong and its Standing Committee on Language Education and Research as an English Language Major Degree Programme that meets the Hong Kong governments Language Proficiency Requirement. Registered students are eligible to apply for the Scholarship for Prospective English Teachers offered by the Education Bureau. The Scholarship for local and non-local students is HK$50,000 and HK$80,000 per year, respectively.

Wide Range of Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Department of English and Communication are successful in their careers and excel in various industries and professions in Hong Kong. Fresh graduates find employment in media and journalism, retail, human resources, public relations, marketing and advertising, publishing, education, and the civil service, where a high level of competence in English and professional communication is needed.

Graduate Employment Facts

• High Employment Rate: 93% of graduates were employed full-time within their year of graduation or pursued further studies.
• Promising Starting Salary: The average starting salary of graduates is HKD$18,529.
• Top 3 Careers by Earning Capacity:
  • 1st: Teaching & Research (average salary: $22,210)
  • 2nd: Administration & Management (average salary: $16,383)
  • 3rd: Sales & Marketing / Literacy & Creative Work (average salary: $15,667)
• Top 3 by Employment Sector:
  • 1st: Education (43%)
  • 2nd: Business Services / Real Estate (17%)
  • 3rd: Financial Institution / Insurance (11%)

Programme Details

Introduction

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English and Applied Linguistics programme provides students with a comprehensive education in English and applied linguistics.

Curriculum

The curriculum for students admitted in 2025/26 onwards and 2022/23 2024/25 is designed to equip students with a strong foundation in English language and linguistics, as well as practical skills in communication and teaching.

Our Students & Alumni

The programme has a strong track record of producing graduates who are successful in their careers and further studies.

Entrance Requirements

The entrance requirements for the programme include academic qualifications and English language proficiency.

Research Areas

The Department of English and Communication has a strong research focus, with areas including:

• Language and Professional Communication
• Language Teaching and Learning
• English Language and (Applied) Linguistics
• Media and Communication
• Area Studies and Intercultural Communication

Taught Postgraduate Programme

The Department offers a Taught Postgraduate Programme, including:

• MA in English Studies for the Professions (admitted in or before 2025/26)
• MA in English Studies for the Professions (admitted in or after 2026/27)

Research Postgraduate Programme

The Department also offers a Research Postgraduate Programme, including:

• Applying for Research Study
• Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme

Undergraduate Programmes

The Department offers various undergraduate programmes, including:

• BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics
• BA (Hons) in English and Applied Linguistics (Non-JUPAS Local Senior Year)
• Secondary Major in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (AIDA)
• Minor in English Communication
• Minor in European Studies
• Minor in Spanish

Experience and Opportunities

The Department provides students with various experience and opportunities, including:

• Work-Integrated Education
• Student Exchange Programme
• Generative AI
• Mentorship Programme
• Career Support
• Academic Support Programme (for MA students)
• Effective English for Postgraduate Research Students (EEPRS)
• The Stephen Evans Awards (for RPg students)