30Nov
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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
- We are ranked in the top 15 universities in the UK for studying History*
- 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
- Expert careers service
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Emergence of Modern Europe
- Short Stories
- Shakespearean Drama
- Migration & Cultural Encounters
- Century of Conflict: War & Peace in Europe, 1914-c.2000
- The Novel
- Everybody Hurts: Health, Disability & Wellbeing
- Theory & Practice
- Dissertation or Working with the Past Major Project
How to apply
29Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Please see www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk for fee information.
Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE