City (City St George's, University of London) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This innovative degree is designed to bring the study of literature into the twenty-first century. You will graduate with a wide range of analytical, creative and professional skills as well as an informed and critical understanding of writing in English throughout history and around the world. You will study the written word across time and space, from Shakespeare to social media, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to comic books. By the end of the degree you will have produced your own creative and professional writing. You will also have developed critical and analytical skills needed to understand how the written word shapes, and is shaped by, the world we live in.
- Immerse yourself in world literature and engage with current debates in literary scholarship
- Write creatively, professionally and analytically in a range of different forms, via a range of different media
- Learn from a team of expert lecturers who are passionate about engaging with the written word in all its forms
- Develop employability skills with a placement module in a relevant business, like publishing, teaching, journalism and the arts
- Or spend a full year on work placement – there are amazing opportunities on your doorstep in London’s exciting Knowledge Quarter
- Access awe inspiring library collections – including the Senate House Library, with millions of books and beautiful study spaces, and nearby British Library.
Modules
You can find extensive information about the modules you can expect to study on this course on our website: https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/undergraduate/english
Assessment method
Your modules will be delivered using a combination of: • Lectures • Practical workshops • Interactive sessions • Small seminars • Personal tutorials Lectures will provide you with commentary and explanation of key content areas. Most modules also offer small seminars and workshops, where you can develop your understanding of key texts and ideas through discussion and debate as well as hone your practical and professional skills. This versatility of approach will not only facilitate discussion but allow you to generate your own content, with different readerships, forms, and functions in mind. Assessment methods Your programme will be assessed via a range of coursework and practical assignments, which may include: • Essays • Professional, reflective, and creative assignments and portfolios • Group assignments, including projects, performances, and presentations • Live showcase events. The assessment weighting for year one is 10%, year two is 30% and year three is 60%.
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
- Course code:
- Q300
- Institution code:
- C60
- Campus name:
- City, St George's, University of London
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 12 credits M: 33 credits
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
Extended Project
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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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 |
| EU | £18670 | Year 1 |
| International | £18670 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
City (City St George's, University of London)
Northampton Square
City of London
EC1V 0HB