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English BA (Hons)

University of Hull

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    The University of Hull

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Interpret the world differently on an English degree that explores our understanding of ourselves and other cultures, past and present. You’ll learn from internationally-renowned researchers as you take on real-world projects covering a wide range of genres and forms: English and American poetry, fantasy and science fiction, Ancient Greek to contemporary British drama, and more.Our literary scene is buzzing. Sign up to our student-led English Society and join author readings, book clubs and socials. Get involved in showcases and podcasts with HUWrites, and publish your own work in our in-house magazines, Document 1 and Hull Scribbler. Along the way, you’ll meet like-minded people and broaden your career-ready skills.


Why study at Hull?

- 5th in the UK for Student Satisfaction¹: We’ve been teaching English for nearly 100 years. You’ll learn from published poets, fiction writers, scriptwriters and internationally-renowned scholars.- 1 million books on your shelf: Access an incredible trove of materials in our seven-storey library, home to over one million books and extensive digital resources.- An inspirational literary legacy: Follow in the footsteps of household names from Andrew Marvell to Philip Larkin and J.R.R. Tolkien to Winifred Holtby, who all have ties to the University and the city.


Where could this take me?

Poets Douglas Dunn and Roger McGough are just some of the University of Hull’s notable alumni. But a literary career is not the only route available to our English graduates.High-level analysis, research and communication skills are very much in demand today. You could become a teacher, librarian or archivist with this degree. Being able to translate concepts into written or spoken forms also puts you at an advantage in occupations like management or communications.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 16,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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UCAS Points

UCAS Points : 120

Points can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff, but must include at least 80 points from A levelsBTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma or Extended DiplomaOCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma or Extended DiplomaCACHE Diploma or Extended DiplomaIrish Leaving CertificateScottish HighersWelsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diplomaor a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications

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University information

University of Hull

University of Hull

University of Hull

  • University League Table

    73rd

  • Campus address

    University of Hull, Admissions Office, Cottingham Road, Hull, Kingston Upon Hull, HU6 7RX, England

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Established nearly 100 years ago, Hull is England’s 14th oldest university. It honours its rich heritage while continually exploring innovation.
Hull is rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), a reflection of the university's outstanding teaching quality.
Hull is a welcoming and affordable city, offering great value to students who choose to study at the university.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    37th out of 96 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    119 59%

    57th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    32nd

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.35 84%

    13th

    8

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