BA English and Philosophy at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

Studying English and Philosophy together is your invitation to dive into age-old debates about what it means to be human. You'll study everything from theatre, poetry and creative writing to ethics, metaphysics and the philosophy of art. You’ll explore what it means to live a meaningful life.

Faculty: School of English | Department: School of English, School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Alongside their philosophy studies, students can choose from either an English Literature or English Language pathway for their English studies. Core English Literature pathway modules: Renaissance to Revolution: Early Modern Literature This module will introduce you to literary study at degree level by focusing on the sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries, a period of enormous innovation in English literature.

Career pathways

Our graduates have gone on to find success in a range of industries, including: The charity sector Marketing and communications The civil service Social work Journalism Theatre and television production Computing Public relations

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Entry requirements

Standard offer, 2027-28 entry (UCAS QV35): A Levels: ABB A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification BBB + B in the EPQ International Baccalaureate 33; 32, with B in the extended essay BTEC Extended Diploma DDD BTEC Diploma DD + B at A Level Scottish Highers AAABB Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels B + AB Access to HE Diploma Award of the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit Other requirements: Evidence of interest in language and literature, demonstrated through the personal statement is also required International applicants: IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component (GCSE English Language grade 4/C or an alternative acceptable English language qualification also accepted). Applicants eligible for the Access Sheffield contextual scheme receive a lower offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years

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