Course summary
Our English Language and Literature degree lets you explore the power of words across cultures and history. You will explore topics like gender, race, class, and society, discovering how they shape language and literature. By examining influential texts and learning about the evolution of English as a global language, you will develop strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of different genres and styles. This course challenges you to think critically and creatively about language, equipping you with the tools to interpret and analyse a wide range of texts in meaningful ways. TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE
- Staff are active researchers and writers who bring their expertise to your learning.
- Option modules enable you to tailor your degree to your specific career ambitions.
- Scrivener talks give you the chance to speak to a professional writer about their work.
- Extracurricular activities such as the Performance and Community Research and Enterprise Group and the student-led Creative Writing Society.
- Our focus on employability, including a placement, ensures you will graduate with a strong skill set.
- Develop valuable transferable skills as a critical thinker, independent researcher with excellent presentation, written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent student support and a warm and encouraging community.
- Weekly roundup of writing competitions and opportunities to encourage you to promote your work and consider future careers.
- Professional feedback on any aspect of your writing from our resident Royal Literary Fund Fellow.
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:
- Q300
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 104 points
A level - CCC - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H4, H4
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Review our English Language requirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £13842* | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
International | £13842* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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 of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT