Discover the power to transform yourself and society by studying pure literature or a flexible combination of language, literature and practical communication.
Explore the greatest works ever written in English, from traditional classics to transgressive contemporary works that shake the foundations of our society. The course has options to study literature from the 18th to the 21st century – including myths and legends, crime fiction, travel writing, drama, poetry, postcolonial literature, American and Irish writing.
Explore the workings and history of the English language, and how it shapes identities and the world around us. There are options to study language acquisition, language history, structure, dialects, sociolinguistics and ecolinguistics, and apply them to gain insights into gender, race, media and society.
Learn the language of leadership by gaining confidence and skills in inspirational speaking, persuasive writing, active listening, constructive criticism, visual design and ethical argumentation. These skills will provide a foundation for life and employment, giving you the power to shape society.
This course is primarily taught in small group seminars where students are actively involved in discussions and class activities. Assessment is entirely by coursework and consists of essays, a 9,000 word dissertation, and some creative tasks such as designing posters or making digital stories. You’ll be supported with your own Personal Tutor and one-to-one help with essay writing.
96 tariff points (calculate your points at UCAS.com)
CCC at A levels, BTEC MMM or use a combination of your qualifications to achieve the required tariff total.
This course is available with an integrated foundation year to help you prepare.
We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants though the entry requirements still apply.
Some courses require several years of working experiences in the relevant industry.
Please read the entry requirements for your country – and you’re welcome to contact our admissions team if you have questions.
English and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
Here's an example of the types of modules you'll study (it's unlikely but the contents and structure of the course could change).
Module information is not available for this programme.
| Start date | Location | UCAS code |
Fee (UK) per year |
Fee (international) per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2021 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | Q301 | £9,250 | £14,700 |
| Sep 2022 | Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham | Q301 | — | — |
Graduates from this course can go on to work in:
The university has links with the Cheltenham Literature Festival, the Cheltenham Poetry Festival, the Wilson Gallery, the Everyman Theatre, published authors and poets, and many other providers of cultural services. You’ll have opportunities to take part in internships, creative projects and communication workshops to gain skills and build your CV.
You’ll be taught by established staff who all have PhDs and lecture in their specialisms, so you can explore a range of topics to suit your interests – modern drama, Victorian empires, British dialects, Shakespeare and many more. You can tailor your degree to explore literature, language or both.
Cheltenham is home to the internationally celebrated literature festival and poetry festival. Enjoy the exciting atmosphere and soak up the expertise of guest speakers. Previous guests have included Dame Judi Dench, Zadie Smith and Ian McEwan.
Study with leading academics in literature and linguistics. Staff have published books and journal articles on a great range of topics including black british identity, sociolinguistics, Bob Dylan, Irish theatre, postfeminism, linguistic representations of animals, Romantic and Victorian literature, Shakespeare and ecopoetry.
Work with experienced practitioners, engage with active researchers and be inspired by published authors to become well-rounded and innovative individuals.
Our English Literature courses rank 2nd in the UK for students' union according to the National Student Survey 2020.
Our courses in English and Creative Writing rank in the UK top 10 for value added, according to the Guardian University Guide 2021.
You’ll have chances to experience a great range of theatre and field trips in the UK and abroad. Discover more about the course by visiting our English blog, viewing our course information pack or trying our free online taster module.
