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BA English Literature

Birmingham City University

Institution
Birmingham City University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
English Literature - BA (Hons)
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
Q320
Typical offer
A-level BBC, UCAS 112

Entry requirements

Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . Accelerate offer: 80 UCAS Tariff points. Find out more about BCU Accelerate . This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Please see A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below. A Level / AS Level: A Level: 112 UCAS Tariff points / BBC (or equivalent) AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels A maximum of four subjects will be considered Required subjects: English Language or Literature A Level at Grade C or above. In lieu of English Language or Literature A Level, subjects that include an element of essay writing will be considered as an alternative, i.e History, Religious Education, The Sciences, Philosophy, Film Studies, Communication Studies & Creative Writing all include a component of this. Applicants will be required to submit a satisfactory essay set by the department. Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 112 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C or above. T Level: Merit overall Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C or above. Access to HE Diploma: Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3. Accepted subjects: Language, Literature and Culture subjects preferred but other subjects also considered. Applicants may be asked to complete an essay set by the department if subject doesn't contain any English. OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: 112 UCAS Tariff points Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C

About this course

This BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature examines written and spoken language through literary analysis and linguistic study. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. A Major Project Preparation module supports the development of a dissertation as the culminating piece of independent research. Work experience or peer collaboration is included as standard.

Modules

  • Adaptation
  • Prose Writing
  • Key Critical Concepts
  • Literature and Conflict
  • Craft of Writing
  • The Romantics
  • The Victorians
  • Collaborative Practice
  • Screenwriting
  • Gender, Sexuality and Culture
  • Multicultural Literature
  • Modern and Contemporary Theatre
  • Digital Storytelling
  • Major Project Preparation
  • Major Project: English Dissertation
  • Shakespeare Studies
  • Stage and Society
  • Moral Philosophy