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If the course start date is before 31 December 2023 and you have already submitted an application, this course can be added. If you have not submitted an application contact the university or college direct.

If the courses start date is between 01 January and 31 July 2024, click the 'Apply' button to make an application.

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7Oct
Leeds Beckett University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate
28Oct
Leeds Beckett University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate
8Nov
Leeds Beckett University - Undergraduate Online Open Day
Undergraduate
Make sure you check on the university, college or conservatoire website for any updates about course changes as a result of COVID-19.

Course summary

Learn to write about, discuss and investigate the history and culture of English. Explore the world of literature, Shakespeare's stage to the digital page. As part of your course, you’ll:

  • Study poems, plays and prose narratives in their historical and cultural contexts
  • Discuss and debate the different ways texts can be interpreted
  • Embrace a wide range of theoretical approaches
  • Cover a diverse range of texts, from the literatures of Romanticism through to the contemporary, and British and American Literature of the twentieth century to the postcolonial literatures of the Caribbean, India, Pakistan, South Africa, and Australia
  • Work directly with leading literary researchers to develop your own creative and critical voice
Find out more You’ll graduate with highly valued transferable skills in writing, research and critical thinking. You’ll benefit from:
  • Inspired teaching
  • Intellectual debate
  • Interaction with award-winning authors and playwrights
  • A rolling programme of visiting media industry professionals, including published lecturers and world-renowned researchers
Heart of culture Leeds is the Northern heart of culture and the arts. Your campus sits in the very centre of the city, surrounded by museums, art galleries, theatres, film production companies and recording studios. We work directly with Leeds museums and galleries and many regional events, including the Ilkley Literature Festival and the Leeds West Indian Carnival. Industry links Our location has enabled us to develop relationships with employers and cultural industries in the city and across the region. Past students have completed placements in the editorial team at Hallmark Studios and with Peepal Tree Press, an internationally-renowned publisher based in the city. Why study English Literature at Leeds Beckett University...
  • 100% of BA (Hons) English Literature students were satisfied with their course*
  • 100% of BA (Hons) English Literature graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation**
  • Strong and meaningful partnerships with community organisations
  • Applied humanities practical module option
  • Work with practising writers and active researchers
  • Guest lectures delivered by industry professionals
National Student Survey 2022 *Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 20-21

Modules

Year 1 Core Modules:

  • Shakespearean Drama
  • Contemporary Literary Studies
  • Short Stories
  • The Novel
  • Adaptation: Textual Afterlives
  • Poetry
Year 2 Core Modules:
  • The 18th Century: Revolutions in Writing
  • The 20th Century: Alienation & Dystopia
  • Postcolonial Literature
  • Theory into Practice
In addition, choose from a list of Year 2 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list. Year 3 Core Modules:
  • English Literature Dissertation (40 credits)
In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.

How to apply

25Jan

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:
Q320
Institution code:
L27
Campus name:
City CampusC
Campus code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Unistats information

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100%
Student satisfaction
No data
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
No data
Go onto work and study

The student satisfaction data is from students surveyed during the Covid-19 pandemic. 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

England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
English Literature at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS