English Philology University of Ostrava

Overview

The English Philology programme at the University of Ostrava in Europe helps students deepen their English linguistic competence and expertise in all key areas of English studies. Students will broaden and extend research skills that will help them complete the final-year Master's thesis project. 

The aim of the degree is to ensure that graduates attain an expert level of philological knowledge and are experienced, independent users of the English language (CEFR level C2), with a solid knowledge of English linguistics and of the literature and cultures of English-speaking countries; this knowledge and these skills can be applied by graduates in a wide range of professions requiring independent intellectual work and expertise in the above-mentioned areas. 

Although the focus is on contemporary English, you will also delve into the essentials of historical grammar and language change and deepen your expertise in all key areas of English: linguistics, English literature, and studies in British and American culture.

Careers

As an English Philology graduate, you will develop critical, analytical, and communication skills which enable you to pursue two possible paths: to continue your studies in our doctoral programme in English Philology, or to enter the labor market. Our recent graduates have entered careers as diverse as tourism, the media, publishing, international relations, translating and interpreting, industry and commerce, literature and linguistics departments, English literature,  English language studies, and linguistics departments.

Why study at the University of Ostrava in Europe?

• Top quality research-driven education in Europe
• Leading figures in their fields of expertise (such as literature, linguistics, English Studies, English Philology, text linguistics)
• Individual teacher-to-student approach
• A wide variety of study fields
• Young, fresh, modern, open-minded spirit
• Strong emphasis on individual growth
• Flexibility and responsiveness due to the small size and youthful vigor of our university in Europe
• Emphasis on the 3rd role of the university – to act as local community leaders
• Great space for both students and academicians‘ supplementary activities
• The lively and poetic atmosphere of the formerly industrial city of Ostrava, Czech Republic, Europe