English Literature Joint Honours

Description

Exploring two subjects is a wonderful way to broaden your horizons and compare two fascinating cultures. In English, you have an unparalleled opportunity not only to engage with the materials of a diverse cultural, textual and linguistic discipline, but also to develop skills in intellectual analysis, critical thinking and articulate expression. Whichever literature modules you choose from our broad range you will be supported by experts and a wealth of resources, for example at our world-renowned Shakespeare Institute in nearby Stratford-upon-Avon. We produce confident, articulate graduates who benefit from excellent possibilities for employment.

Detailed Course Facts

• English

Course Content

Teaching and learning

We believe that we are partners in learning with our students, and our programme is designed to ensure that you are a fully supported and an active learner. Your programme combines independent study with class work in seminar groups and lectures, as well as individual supervisions in connection with your dissertation. We provide a variety of assessment methods, including exams and written work produced throughout the year.

Career opportunities

In English you have an unparalleled opportunity, not only to engage with the materials of a broad and diverse cultural, textual and linguistic discipline, but also to develop skills in intellectual analysis, critical thinking and articulate expression skills that last a lifetime and qualify you for many possible careers. You are also encouraged to acquire practical skills, of equally wide usefulness and application, in oral presentation, professional documentation, group work, and the uses of information technology.
English graduates go on to work in commerce, the public services, journalism and other media, teaching at every level, publishing, advertising, the law, and a wide range of other professions.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 CAE score : 80(Grade A) TOEFL iBT® test : 93

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

Number of A levels required: 3

Typical offer: AAA-ABB

Required subjects and grades: A level English Literature or English Language and Literature

International Baccalaureate Diploma: 34-38 points including English at HL with a minimum of 6 points

Additional information:

Typical offer grades are for guidance only, and will depend on the subjects you are combining. Please read the entries for both subjects. Where there is a disparity between the typical offer for Subject A and the typical offer for Subject B, the higher offer should be taken as the usual offer for the combination of the two.
Other qualifications are considered |

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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