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English and History BA (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The combination of English and History uniquely positions you to be able to interrogate a variety of literary texts (including film, theatre, poetry and prose) and place them within their historical, social and political contexts. Both departments offer modules that explore literary and historical cultures from the medieval period up until the contemporary moment. This course is available with either an English Literature or an English Language pathway.


Hone your ability to analyse diverse texts, media and events from across the globe and place them within their historical, social and political contexts.

To understand how English literature and language have changed, developed and influenced cultures, you need to understand the historical context. What’s more, literary texts can provide important insights into life in earlier periods of history. Evidently, the combination of English and history is a natural one.Splitting your time between English and history, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue either an English literature or an English language pathway - or even take modules from both areas, studying a range of genres from literary fiction, journalism, theatre, film, everyday conversation, adverts, digital writing, to poetry and creative writing.In history, you’ll have the opportunity to study past societies from 1000 BCE to the 21st century, choosing from a variety of global topics that interest you.


Why choose this course?

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Become a confident researcher

- become highly skilled in interpreting texts, media and events within their historical context, developing an understanding of human experience across time and place.-


Research-led Special Subject

- become a specialist in your chosen area with Sheffield’s research-led special subject. In small-group seminars and 1-1 supervision, explore your favourite area of history or literature with an expert on the topic.-


Enhance your learning with work placements

- stand out from the crowd through real work experience opportunities that equip you with new skills, build contacts and help you prepare for your future career.

Application deadline

29 January

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University information

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, England

Pathway programmes are available to help students with English as a second language and different educational backgrounds prepare for their academic career.
With nearly 11,000 international students, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety and strong sense of community and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    27th out of 96 1

    18th out of 91 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    150 74%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    51st

    14
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    49th

    16
  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    154 75%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    28th

    7
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    54th

    16

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