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English with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

Sheffield Hallam University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


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Course summary

- Explore all aspects of English, with modules in literature, language and creative writing- Determine your direction of study and discover the areas that most fire your interest- Get a head start in the writing and publishing industries by teaming up with industry partners on live briefs and accredited work placements.- Give yourself the best chance to succeed and thrive, by developing your personal skills, awareness of resources and commitment to the subjectIf you’re passionate about all areas of English, then this course is for you. You will analyse an exciting variety of literary texts, discover the relationship between language and the world around you, and develop your creative voice in a range of genres and forms.


How you learn

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.On this course, you will be encouraged to think critically. You’ll respond to existing debates, develop a distinctive and confident writing voice and engage with the world through English language and literature. You'll be joining a welcoming academic and creative community that values your experience, perspective and contribution.During the foundation year, you will develop a good foundation of knowledge, to help you thrive in your University studies, but also the personal skills and awareness of resources that will help you manage your studies effectively and be self-motivated.You learn through:- specialist lectures, seminars, live brief projects and tutorials - an innovative range of assessments- small and large group sessions- creative problem solving- critical reflection- generating and pitching ideas- workshopping your writing- working with different audiences- live readings and performances- writing and sharing your work online and offline- field trips and writing retreats


Applied learning - Work placements

In your second year, of the full degree, you’ll raise your professional profile through a placement module. You’ll have the chance to collaborate with external partners, undertake a work placement or develop your own enterprise.


Live projects

You’ll get regular opportunities to showcase your knowledge and skills to our industry and community partners. You’ll work independently and in teams throughout your studies, bringing your ideas to life in response to real briefs.In the foundation year, you will undertake a series of projects that respond to real world debates.


Field trips

We run regular local, regional and international field trips at no additional cost such as writing retreats, festivals and theatre visits. These start right from the beginning of the foundation year and continue throughout your studies. Students in previous years have visited London Book Fair, as well as events in Montreal, Canada and Zagreb, Croatia. They also took part in the Festival of Debate, Doc/Fest film festival and Off the Shelf literature festival, and attended the ZEE-Jaipur Literature Festival in London.


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Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 16,655per year

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

Entry requirements

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UCAS Points : 48

This must include at least 24 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC National qualifications excluding general studies. For example:DD at A LevelPPP in BTEC Extended Diploma.Pass from a T level qualification with D or E from core.A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels and EPQ.

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University information

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University

  • University League Table

    63rd

  • Campus address

    Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 1WB, England

Sheffield is a diverse student city in the centre of the UK and home to over 60,000 students from all over the world.
Sheffield Hallam's relationships with top international companies helps students access internships and build connections for their future career.
Sheffield Hallam offers a range of scholarships and funding support to help towards the cost of studying in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    58th out of 96 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    116 58%

    68th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    60th

    16
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    78th

    23

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