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English Literature BA (Hons)

Aberystwyth University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site (Aberystwyth)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Our English Literature degree will fire your imagination by exploring the widest possible range of literary texts and cultures. We offer our students a superb choice of courses from the early medieval period to the present day.You will discover a wide variety of approaches to literature and culture. Our course encourages you to read widely and to think critically about writing and its contexts, and the philosophical and political trends that shape the ways we read and write.Upon completion of this course, you will have outstanding powers of expression and communication, augmented with specialist knowledge and research skills. You will discover your potential as an independent learner, while working within a nurturing and structured learning environment that will enable you to excel.A degree in English Literature offers a "gold standard" training for any job where communication is key. Our modules will provide you with the skills you need to develop a comprehensive C.V. that demonstrates a diverse range of skills. Our graduates go into a very wide range of careers, including broadcasting, journalism, advertising and public relations, education, the Civil Service, finance and new media.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 18,170per year

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University information

Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth University

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Aberystwyth University, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Wales, SY23 3FL, Wales

Aberystwyth's high-quality teaching, incredible location, and inclusive and welcoming community attracts students from over 100 different countries.
The university has a dedicated International Student Adviser who offers professional, specialised and regulated advice on study visas and graduate visas.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    40th out of 96 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    129 64%

    40th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    39th

    14
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.33 83%

    15th

    14

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