27Apr
UndergraduateBirmingham Newman University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
BA (Hons) English at Birmingham Newman University invites you to think about how literature and language shape the world around you and discover your place within a complex and ever-changing society. You will study a range of texts from different cultures, perspectives, and periods, with particular emphasis on modern and contemporary writing. You will receive excellent support throughout your time at Newman, with a personal tutor to help answer questions and guide you in your studies. The course will give the skills and advice you need to succeed in a range of different careers from teaching to publishing to marketing, with practical, real-world opportunities to gain valuable experience. Why study this course? • A combination of Literature and Language modules, with options to specialise in your area of interest • 96% student satisfaction in the 2020 National Student Survey • Dedicated support for exploring careers in a range of fields • Superb digital resources and innovative e-learning facilities to also allow for virtual workshops • A close-knit community of students and staff
Modules
Please see the Birmingham Newman University website for further details.
Assessment method
Please see the Birmingham Newman University website for further details.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
31Jan
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
International applicants
This course is currently unable to accept applications from international learners.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
Please refer to the Newman University website for details.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
The University will review tuition fees and increase fees in line with any inflationary uplift as determined by the UK Government, if permitted by law or government policy, on enrolment and in subsequent years of your course. It is anticipated that such increases would be linked to RPI (the Retail Price Index excluding mortgage interest payments).
Provider information
Birmingham Newman University
Genners Lane
Bartley Green
Birmingham
B32 3NT