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English and History with Year Abroad - BA (Hons)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Avenue Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

About this courseEnhance your knowledge of history and literature in English by studying them together on this English and History degree. You could study the novels of Jane Austen alongside the history of the naval wars at the time she wrote. Or, you could study African literature to gain a different perspective on the history of the modern city. You can also spend a semester or a summer at one of our global partner universities.History at Southampton covers the ancient world to the present day. Our English modules explore writing from around the world and its connection to arts, politics and more.Our graduates are creative, adaptable thinkers working in publishing, journalism, marketing, teaching, heritage, and beyond. Many find roles in copywriting, PR, editorial, or media, while others succeed in law, business, or further study. Southampton English graduates are highly employable, with 100% in work or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022/2023, Published in 2025). Employers value the research, communication, and analytical skills you’ll gain. Key features of the course: - Study in a top 10 English department in the UK (Times Good University Guide, 2025) - Choose from a diverse range of modules, from medieval to contemporary literature and creative writing, as well as history. - Partnerships with Chawton House and the John Hansard Gallery offer unique learning experiences. - Access cutting-edge Digital Humanities facilities including VR, 3D scanning, and immersive audio-visual spaces.- Use one of the largest Jewish document centres in Europe, the Parkes Archive.- Option to study abroad at one of our global partner universities. Student support You’ll be taught by supportive experts who know you as an individual. Small-group seminars and personal tutors will help you build confidence. Beyond academics, you’ll have access to wellbeing resources, peer mentoring, and careers advice, all in a friendly, welcoming community. Our English programmes are shaped by our students' feedback and input.Further information The BA English and History is a three-year, full-time course at our Avenue Campus. You can also apply to add a year abroad or placement year, extending your degree to four years. For details, visit our course page.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,500per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    24th out of 89 11

    19th out of 91 2

    10th out of 24

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    127 61%

    30th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    19th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    67th

    26

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    132 65%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    24th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    70th

    11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    133 64%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    13th

    6

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