Course summary
Put the text into context. Combine a love of literature with a passion for the past on this English and history joint honours degree. If you’re an innovative thinker who thrives on the stimulating combination of English literature and history, this qualification will appeal to you. As part of your course, you’ll:
- Learn about the relationship between the two subjects by critically and creatively focusing on specific time periods or themes
- Analyse the key genres of prose, poetry and drama
- Explore the relationship between historical developments and genres of creative literature, including detective fiction and postcolonial literatures
- Engage critically with literary texts from a variety of historical periods, cultures, and genres, from the early modern era to the present day
- Gain an understanding of human developments, ranging from the 17th century to the 20th century
- Strong and meaningful partnerships with community organisations
- We offer distinctive and creative programmes that are responsive to the changes taking place in society
- Explore two subjects in detail on an interdisciplinary course
- Study dedicated joint honours modules
- Real-life projects
- Expert careers service
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Emergence of Modern Europe
- Short Stories
- Shakespearean Drama
- Migration & Cultural Encounters
- 20th-Century Europe
- The Novel
- Everybody Hurts: Health, Disability & Wellbeing
- Theory & Practice
- Dissertation or Working with the Past Major Project
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:
- QV32
- Institution code:
- L27
- Campus name:
- City CampusC
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE
Clearing contact details
Admissions Enquiries
0113 812 3113
Additional information
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