Course summary
This degree involves the study of historical themes and concepts in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries; combined with critical theory and a range of interesting texts within English literature. Our two-year fast-track degrees are awarded by the University of Surrey. They have been created so that you can:
- Start your career or masters course a year sooner
- Save money by paying for just two years’ tuition fees
- Save money on the costs associated with being a student
- Based at Farnborough College of Technology, we offer classroom-based lectures, a small campus experience and plenty of personalised support. This makes us a popular choice locally for those who want to study higher education in a down-to-earth setting – where you won’t get lost in the crowd.
Modules
Level 4 (Year 1: September – April) The aim of the Level 4 programme is to give you a thorough grounding in both modern history and English literature. Typical topics studied include:
- Understanding the Past
- Gender and Sexuality in 20th Century Britain
- Russia from Tsarism to Bolshevism
- Academic Skills
- The Novel Genre: Narrative, Culture, and Historical Context
- Poetic Language
- Introduction to Critical Theory
- Global Issues
- Researching the Past
- Public History
- Industrialization and Reform in the 19th Century
- Fascism in the 20th Century
- Victorian Literature
- The Romantics
- The Modern World: the long 18th century
- Introduction to the Renaissance
- Using the Past
- Victorian Social and Political Thought
- Radical Histories from below
- Dissertation (History)
- 20th Century Literature Studies: 1880 - 1945
- Gender and literature
- 20th Century Literature Studies: Post-War Literature
Assessment method
A range of assessment strategies will be used which include essays, examinations, presentations, posters, blogs, and independent research. How will I be taught? The style of teaching and learning used in this programme has been carefully designed to suit the subject matter. We recognise that students learn in various ways, so we use a range of different teaching methods and situations to best deliver the learning outcomes for each module. The range of teaching and learning methods used in this programme includes:
- Lecture-Based Presentations
- Individual and Group Project Work
- Individual Presentations
- Group and Individual Tutorials
- Case Studies
- Classroom Activities
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VQ13
- Institution code:
- F66
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9000 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | Year 1 |
EU | £9000 | Year 1 |
International | £13000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University Centre Farnborough
Boundary Road
Farnborough
GU14 6SB
Clearing contact details
Admissions Office
01252 407028