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English Literature with Foundation BA (Hons)

University of Reading

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT-24

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Discover how literature has shaped our view of the world, and develop core academic skills, with our BA English Literature with Foundation course.This four-year programme includes a foundation year that leads directly into the three-year course, providing an excellent route into a degree in English literature if you do not have the typical entry qualifications.Literature is characterised by extraordinary richness and diversity. Throughout your studies, you will explore texts from across the globe, across a range of genres and periods. Enter lively debate with others who share your passion for literature; study authors and genres that you may already know, and discover others that may be less familiar to you.Our BA English Literature with Foundation course will provide you with:- the creative and critical ability to examine texts in detail, and draw your own conclusions- knowledge of a variety of literary texts — including poetry, prose, drama and film — from a range of periods- an awareness of the ways in which literature responds to cultural context, and how texts accrue new meaning.- You will be taught by experts from the Department of English Literature, whose expertise and research spans everything from medieval poetry to contemporary American fiction. Our BA English Literature with Foundation is flexible, and you will be encouraged to develop your own literary enthusiasms and follow your interests through our wide variety of modules.Your learning structureThe aim of the foundation year is to prepare you for your English literature degree. As you progress, each stage builds on your prior learning:- Foundation year: gain a thorough grounding in study at degree level. Core modules will develop key skills to support your learning.The Academic Skills module helps you to acquire successful study skills, including academic writing, research and referencing, critical thinking, teamwork, effective study techniques and time management. The Study for Success module enables you to develop as a successful student in this field, building on your strengths and targeting key skill areas. The Identities module explores ideas of identity under four themes: national/race identity, gender, changing identities and a sense of self. It covers a wide range of texts and objects, including film, novels and novellas, poems and plays and cultural documents. - First year: engage in lively debate about approaches to the study of literature. You will undertake critical and research exercises, with close study of selected texts from a number of different periods.- Second year: you will be given the opportunity to explore a breadth of English literature, delving into texts within historical periods and generic traditions.- Third year: undertake more specialised and independent literary study, choosing your modules from a wide range of options. The dissertation module will develop your skills in research, planning and writing.Supportive learning environmentAt Reading, we believe that the study of English literature is a discursive process, in which we learn by sharing our ideas. To this end, we prioritise small-group learning within a friendly and supportive environment. Your learning will take place through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical classes and workshops delivered by our supportive staff.Enhance your studiesEvery year, the Department hosts a Royal Literary Fund Fellow: a professional writer whose role is to advise students on their writing technique. As well as assisting with your essays and coursework, the Fellow can offer feedback on your personal pieces.Throughout your degree, you will have access to the University's substantial and varied collection of rare books, archives and manuscripts.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 22,350per 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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University information

University of Reading

University of Reading

  • University League Table

    34th

  • Campus address

    University of Reading, Whiteknights House, PO Box 217, Reading, Wokingham, RG6 6AH, England

The University of Reading is an international community with more than 25,000 students from around 160 countries.
Reading is a lively town under 30 minutes from London Paddington by train, and 45 minutes from Heathrow Airport by coach. Windsor and Oxford are also close by.
Reading supports undergraduate, master's and doctoral students to maintain, improve and develop their academic English.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    51st out of 97 12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    127 63%

    45th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    52nd

    10
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.92 78%

    65th

    20

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