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English Literature at University of Plymouth - UCAS

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Course summary

Explore the ever-evolving world of literature and culture through an exciting array of thematic modules, spanning a broad range of periods from the early modern to the present. You benefit from staff expertise in the field, and their connections with wider research communities. Gain a deep understanding of literary studies and acquire advanced research skills applicable throughout your studies and beyond. This course is also available to study part-time.

  • Develop your research interests in literature and culture under the guidance of our internationally recognised academic staff. Our department was first in the South West, and in the top quartile of English departments in the UK, for its 4/3-star research outputs and impact in the Research Excellence Framework 2021, signifying 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' work. Find out more about our research.
  • Select from an exciting suite of modules, each with a cutting-edge thematic focus and a broad chronological time span.
  • Benefit from a rich cultural environment with The Arts Institute events and local arts organisations, such as Theatre Royal Plymouth and The Box, Plymouth's new museum, gallery and archive.
  • Small class sizes provide invaluable face-to-face contact with your tutors.
  • The University library offers a vast range of electronic and print materials, and a rare books collection.
  • Choose from modules closely integrated with staff research interests, while being able to pursue your own ideas.
  • Build your experience: get involved in curating exhibitions and organising conferences.
  • Engage with unique local resources such as the nationally designated 18th-century Cottonian Collection.
  • Tailor your time at university to meet your needs by fitting your study around work and personal commitments. Our part-time route allows you to study over two years, giving you the flexibility to study at a pace which suits you.

Modules

Core modules:

  • Research Methods and Debates in Literary and Cultural Studies.
  • Dissertation
Optional Modules:
  • Writing War 1850-1950: The impact of Modernity
  • The Haunted Mind: Ghosts 1750 to the present
  • Poetry and the Environment
  • The Legacy of War: Fiction of the 1920s and 30s
  • Ocean Modernity: Literature and the Sea 1850-the present
  • Poetry and the Modern Self
  • Fictions of femininity in eighteenth-century England
  • The Utopian Novel and Modernity
  • Independent Research Project
The modules shown for this course or programme are those being studied by current students, or expected new modules. Modules are subject to change depending on year of entry.

Assessment method

For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.

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

International applicants

The University of Plymouth has a dedicated International Student Advice (ISA) service who will support you from the day you accept an offer at the University, right through to graduation. They will offer help and advice so you can get the most out of your studies, and your time in the UK, visit www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services/international-students/international-student-advice for more information. Once you have applied, your conditional offer letter will also be sent to you by email, so be sure to enter your current email address on your application and to check this email regularly. You'll need your unconditional letter, and the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that we'll send you, when applying for your student visa to the UK. A tuition fee deposit will be required before we'll send you the CAS. We're a licenced Sponsor under the Points Based System. To comply with our duties as a Sponsor, we're required to check other aspects of your application in addition to your academic achievements, for example any previous studies, financial status and your immigration history in the UK. For course entry requirements (inc. English requirements) please refer to the specific page for the course you are interested in (www.plymouth.ac.uk/study). A recognised English language qualification (e.g. IELTS) would be required or successful completion of one of the University's pre-sessional English Language courses. Check our country pages to find out more about application from your specific home country www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/study/international-students-country-guides. International fees, please visit our fees and funding pages www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees. If you have any questions please contact [email protected]

Entry requirements

A 2:1 degree with honours (in a humanities subject or related field) or professional qualification, recognised as being equivalent to degree standard * An ordinary degree, foundation degree, higher national diploma, or university diploma, accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field. * Applicants with overseas qualifications can check their comparability with the UK equivalent through ECCTIS, who provide an advisory service.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7With a minimum of 5.5 in all elements

Full details of English Language requirements can be found on our website.

English Language Requirements

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

For all information about tuition fees, please visit our fees and funding pages at www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/fees * Fees are correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change.
English Literature at University of Plymouth - UCAS