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English with Year Abroad - BA (Hons)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Avenue Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

About this course English is more than reading books, it’s about how stories shape our world and words spark change. At Southampton, you’ll explore everything from medieval travellers’ tales to contemporary fiction and environmental writing. You’ll question how literature engages with social justice, gender, climate change, and globalisation. By studying English, you’ll develop critical skills to understand cultures, challenge assumptions, and discover new perspectives on what it means to be human. An English degree opens doors to diverse careers. Our graduates are creative, adaptable thinkers working in publishing, journalism, marketing, teaching, heritage, and beyond. Many find roles in copywriting, PR, editorial, or media, while others succeed in law, business, or further study. Southampton English graduates are highly employable, with 100% in work or further study within 15 months of graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022/2023, Published in 2025). Employers value the research, communication, and analytical skills you’ll gain. Key features of the course: - Study in a top 10 English department in the UK (Times Good University Guide, 2025) - Choose from a diverse range of modules, from medieval to contemporary literature and creative writing. - Partnerships with Chawton House and the John Hansard Gallery offer unique learning experiences. - Access cutting-edge Digital Humanities facilities including VR, 3D scanning, and immersive audio-visual spaces. - Opportunities to join Writers in Conversation workshops and over 40 student-led performing arts groups. - Option to study abroad at one of our global partner universities. Student support You’ll be taught by supportive experts who know you as an individual. Small-group seminars and personal tutors will help you build confidence. Beyond academics, you’ll have access to wellbeing resources, peer mentoring, and careers advice, all in a friendly, welcoming community. Our English programme is shaped by our students' feedback and input.Further information The BA English is a three-year, full-time course at our Avenue Campus. You can also apply to add a year abroad or placement year, extending your degree to four years. For details, visit our course page.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,500per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    23rd out of 87 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    145 64%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    28th

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    77th

    10

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