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English Literature and History BA Hons
A degree that combines English Literature and History offers the chance to explore two stimulating and diverse subjects, which give fascinating insights into one another, by allowing you to consider culture
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Apply by 29 Jan
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Points of entry for English Literature and History BA Hons
Year 1
Entry requirements for English and English Studies at University of Birmingham
Entry requirements are the formal requirements students need to meet to be considered for a place on a university course. But, each year many universities accept students with lower grades. The bar chart below shows the actual UCAS tariff points of students currently on this course.
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Required subjects for English Literature and History BA Hons at University of Birmingham
A Level History, Medieval History or Ancient History is preferred but we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate an interest in and an aptitude for the study of history and politics. Acceptable subjects include: Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Business Studies, Classical Civilisation, Drama and Theatre Studies, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Studies, Geography, Government and Politics, History, History of Art, Law, Medieval History, Modern or Classical Languages, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Religious Studies, and Sociology. If you are not studying one or more of the above then please contact us to discuss your application.
If you are not taking A level History then we will require GCSE History grade 7 and at least one humanities subject at A level or equivalent.
For English Literature, A level English Literature or English Language and Literature.
UCAS points for current students on English and English Studies at University of Birmingham
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1st October 24
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i switched to english and film as i found creative writing extremely lacking of the experience i expected. it could be an issue to do more with the broad nature of first year but alas who knows. im far enjoying film and english now, and it might have more to do with the way i like to learn as i enjoy note taking and challenging academic ideas which creative writing does not offer. read more
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11th January 23
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Here as an international student. Small course, which is nice as everyone knows each other and is work in a really cohesive space. Nice change from my home uni! read more
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30th March 16
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The tutors of most modules are really friendly and easily approachable. The first year modules are full of content and really do set you up for the rest of the course. read more
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17th October 15
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I love English Language, it is fascinating and the lecturers are fantastic- Birmingham Uni is amazing read more
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13th October 15
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The staff for the this course are if fantastic. They are one of the main reasons iI chose Birmingham! They are friendly but approachable and very professional. The course content especially looking to years 2 and 3 are fanscinating! read more
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14th October 24
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My career path has not been laid out for me. although the course may be interesting it is overpriced for the 7hours of contact you get each week. i’m teaching myself a degree and paying £9250 read more
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17th September 24
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Absolutely loving my course,find us interesting and eye opening. Was difficult to adjust to the change in teaching style at the very beginning but definitely see an improvement in myself and grades read more
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member1276279
27th January 23
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Good modules with interesting topics. Some film modules seem a little too simple, but this is due to the fact that no prior education in film is required for the course, so its understandable. read more
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25th May 20
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Constant striking meant I missed most of my course read more
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JackMarshBirmingham
25th February 19
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The tutors were always on hand to help. Very approachable staff and friendly too. The seminar rooms and lecture theaters were also good. The library had lots of resources and always had the books I needed. read more
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