BA (Hons) English Literature and History With a Year Abroad

English Literature and History is a diverse and challenging course which stretches from medieval to modern times. This course seeks to answer some provocative questions and opens up a range of career possibilities by helping you to develop transferable skills wanted by employers. You will have the chance to explore national and global literatures including Renaissance literature, Gothic and genre fiction, 19th century and contemporary literature, creative and professional writing or medieval Europe, modern medicine or the Cold War. You also have the opportunity for a semester abroad in the USA, Canada, China, Hong Kong or Singapore an exciting and rewarding experience, which will further enhance your career prospects.
You can choose from a wide range of modules in English literature, creative writing and history to shape your course to match your interests.
Topics available can include: national and global literature from Beowulf to the present day, Renaissance literature, Gothic and genre fiction, 19th century literature, contemporary fiction, gender and culture, creative and professional writing as well as modern British social history, the history of religion, health and medicine, gender and women's history, cultural history, the history and memory of war and conflict, public history and heritage.
Our graduates enter careers in a wide range of sectors including: education, journalism, media and public relations and public services.

Our standard entry requirement is BBB (UCAS tariff points 120) or equivalent. All offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement. We also accept a range of advanced level qualifications including: International Baccalaureate 32, Welsh Baccalaureate - grade equivalent to A-level, Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.

For applicants whose first language is not English, we require IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test. TOEFL (IBT) - 79