BA (Hons) English Language and Literature

Gain in-depth knowledge of the English language and its cultural impact on this BA English Language and Literature degree. Discover how English emerged, how it continues to change, and how it varies across its millions of speakers. Youll explore writing in varieties of English from the early medieval period to the present day, as well as from around the world. You'll combine both literary and linguistic approaches to the subject on this flexible course. Youll study topics such as- the history and development of the English language ,the cultural significance of English and its unique global status ,phonetics, language acquisition and the psychology of language (psycholinguistics) .

A-levels - ABB including English Language or another relevant essay writing subject* in Humanities or Social Sciences

A-levels additional information
Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. English Language, English Literature, History, Drama and Theatre Studies, Classical Civilisation, Criminology, English Language and Literature, Geography, Latin, Law, Modern Foreign Languages, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies, Sociology


A-levels with Extended Project Qualification
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: BBB including English Language or another relevant essay writing* subject in Humanities or Social Sciences and grade A in the EPQ

A-levels contextual offer
We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows:
BBB including English Language or another relevant essay writing subject* in Humanities or Social Sciences

International Baccalaureate Diploma - Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in English Literature or another relevant essay writing subject.

IELTS - overall score 6.5 with other component (reading, writing, speaking, listening - 6.0)
TOEFL iBT- 92