BA History with English Literature
About this course
BA (Hons) History with English Literature is an undergraduate degree combining historical study with literary analysis. The programme requires students to engage with primary sources and textual analysis, culminating in an independent dissertation. Study covers political, economic, and cultural history alongside English literature modules that align with historical periods.
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Entry requirements
Typical offers: The standard entry requirements for History are A-level : BBB-BBC , IB:31-32 or equivalent qualifications. Applications are individually considered by the Admissions Office and other factors may be taken in to account. Applicants with BTEC qualifications are welcome to apply. Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken in to consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Foundation options are also available. Please contact the Admissions Office (admissions@buckingham.ac.uk or +44 (0)1280 820227) for more information. Applications to Buckingham are individually considered by the Admissions Tutor and other factors may be taken in to account. Applicants with BTEC qualifications are welcome to apply, including if you have a mix of BTEC and A levels. Equivalent A level grades are also accepted (for example BBD equivalent to BCC) Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken in to consideration and result in a slightly lower A-level grade offer. Foundation options are also available. Please contact the Admissions Office using our contact form or by phone on +44 (0)1280 820227 for more information. Applicants must also have GCSE English and Maths at Grade C / Grade 4, or above (or equivalent). If English is not your first language you will also need an IELTS score of 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each component).
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What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 78%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 65%
- Gained a higher qualification: 10%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 40%
- South East: 30%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA History with English Literature at University of Buckingham earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £40,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Literature in English.
What do graduates of BA History with English Literature at University of Buckingham do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA History with English Literature at University of Buckingham?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BA History with English Literature at University of Buckingham?
The typical offer is BBC at A level.
How many students continue on BA History with English Literature at University of Buckingham?
65% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.