BA (Hons) English and American Literature at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

The writers of Britain and America are deeply connected. They share common language, readers, and reference points. And they’re also very different.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities | Department: School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies | Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time (placement year available) | Intake: September 2025 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

A levels AAB including English Literature or one of the below subjects: Contextual: BBB including English Literature or one of the below subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology or Law. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDD plus B at A Level English Literature or one of the below subjects: Contextual: DDM plus B at A Level English Literature or one of the below subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language,... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C. English language: IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components).

Intake: September 2025

Duration: 4 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year

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