ProgrammeA-Level entryHumanities & Languages4 years

BA Honours Language Literature and Intercultural Communication

University of Zimbabwe· Harare

Entry level: A-Level entry
Field of study: Humanities & Languages
Duration: 4 years
Institution: University of Zimbabwe

Entry requirements

This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.

As the institution publishes it

'A' Level passes in English Literature or Literature in English and any Arts subjects.

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About this programme

Studies how language and literature create meaning, and how people communicate across cultural and linguistic boundaries. You read widely in African and world literature, analyse language and discourse, and develop strong writing and editing skills that transfer to many professions. Suits avid readers and strong writers who enjoy analysis and ideas. Essays, close reading and presentations dominate, building communication skills prized by publishers, media houses, NGOs and education.

What you will study

Literary criticism and theory; African and world literature; linguistics and discourse analysis; creative and professional writing; intercultural communication; research and editing.

Further study and pathways

MA or PhD in literature, linguistics or communication; publishing, media, teaching (with a teaching qualification), international organisations.

Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"

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