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English including Foundation Year (4yrs) BA (Hons)

Kingston University London

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Kingston University London

Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Penrhyn Road Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Foundation Year Humanities and Arts

Why choose this course?

Are you thinking of returning to education after a break? Do you want to have another go at getting some qualifications? Are you contemplating a different degree, and want to get a flavour for it before committing to three years?

This foundation year offers you an entry route into university if you lack A-levels, have A-levels in unrelated subjects, are a mature student or would simply like an introduction to degree-level study.

Classes are interactive and student-focused and provide regular opportunities for feedback, discussion and critical thinking, encouraging deep and reflective learning.

If you want to be part of a creative, vibrant, and cutting-edge humanities programme, then this course is for you.

English BA (Hons)

Why choose this course?

This degree gives you the critical and creative freedom to experiment with reading and writing in a wide variety of genres and media. It's an exciting, diverse, and stimulating programme that invites you to think about the world differently. Year-long modules, interactive lecture-workshops, small group seminars, and individual supervisions are designed to support all your needs and abilities. There's also a range of assessments that will empower you to achieve your best work; this includes traditional essays and dissertations, alongside blogs, critical definitions and creative pieces.

Throughout your course, you'll enjoy many extracurricular events and activities, including those organised by the Race/Gender Matters research group, Kingston Language Scheme, and the Writers' Centre, Kingston.

How you will be assessed

Assessment typically comprises exams (e.g. test or exam), practical (e.g. presentations, performance) and coursework (e.g. essays, reports, self-assessment, portfolios and dissertation).

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 17,175per year

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

University information

Kingston University London

Kingston University London

  • University League Table

    88th

  • Campus address

    Kingston University, River House, 53-57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 1LQ, England

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Kingston University welcomes students from more than 140 countries. Their fresh ideas and range of life experiences enrich the learning environment on campus.
Well known for its enterprise education expertise, the university has strong industry links with many global brands.
Significant investment in the campus, learning spaces and Future Skills curriculum has enhanced students' learning experience and employability prospects.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    89th out of 96 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    111 55%

    77th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    54.0 54%

    91st

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.27 82%

    24th

    18

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