BA (Hons) English Literature at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Explore the cultural and political power and pleasure of literature across period and genre. From ancient epic to modern tragedy. Study with us to learn how texts shape our world.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: School of English Literature Language and Linguistics | Duration: Full time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This year is all about expanding your skills and knowledge, while supporting you in making the transition to university study. Our modules introduce you to the history of English Literature, looking at moments of influence, transformation, and revolution. Compulsory modules include: Transformations, Doing Criticism, Beginnings, Revolutions.

Career pathways

The independence developed through this degree can be valuable for graduates interested in entrepreneurial pathways, including starting their own businesses or agencies. During your studies, there are many opportunities to gain work experience or develop your portfolio. Graduate roles and employers include: communication skills; strong people skills; experience in careful, ethical evaluation and judgement; publishing; marketing; journalism; the civil service; education; theatre; film.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: AAB, either including English Literature or English Language and Literature, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as A-levels in other arts and humanities subjects). IB: 34 points, either including English Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as study in other arts and humanities subjects). If not studying a full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level either including English Literature or English Language at Higher Level, grade 5, or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as study in other arts and humanities subjects). and completion of a national high school diploma. Scottish Highers: AAABB at Higher Grade either including English or including evidence of readiness to begin university-level study in literature (such as study in other arts and humanities subjects). Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. English language: Applicants whose first language is not English require a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent including 6.0 in each of the four elements of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,350 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/q306/#how-to-apply

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