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Undergraduate BA (Hons)

English Literature

Learn to write about, discuss and investigate the history and culture of English.

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English Literature

Course Overview

  • UCAS code


    Q320

  • Institution code


    L27

  • Main location


    City Campus

  • Attendance


    Full-Time

  • Duration


    3 Years

  • Start date


    18 Sep 2023

Explore the world of literature, Shakespeare's stage to the digital page.

As part of your course, you’ll:

  • Study poems, plays and prose narratives in their historical and cultural contexts
  • Discuss and debate the different ways texts can be interpreted
  • Embrace a wide range of theoretical approaches
  • Cover a diverse range of texts, from the literatures of Romanticism through to the contemporary, and British and American Literature of the twentieth century to the postcolonial literatures of the Caribbean, India, Pakistan, South Africa, and Australia
  • Work directly with leading literary researchers to develop your own creative and critical voice

You’ll graduate with highly valued transferable skills in writing, research and critical thinking. 

You’ll benefit from:

  • Inspired teaching
  • Intellectual debate
  • Interaction with award-winning authors and playwrights
  • A rolling programme of visiting media industry professionals, including published lecturers and world-renowned researchers

Heart of culture
Leeds is the Northern heart of culture and the arts. Your campus sits in the very centre of the city, surrounded by museums, art galleries, theatres, film production companies and recording studios. We work directly with Leeds museums and galleries and many regional events, including the Ilkley Literature Festival and the Leeds West Indian Carnival. 

Industry links
Our location has enabled us to develop relationships with employers and cultural industries in the city and across the region. Past students have completed placements in the editorial team at Hallmark Studios and with Peepal Tree Press, an internationally-renowned publisher based in the city.

Check out our twitter feed @BeckettEnglish for up-to-date information on staff and student events, short courses and fun happenings around the school.

Why study English Literature at Leeds Beckett University...

  1. 100% of BA (Hons) English Literature students were satisfied with their course*
  2. Strong and meaningful partnerships with community organisations
  3. Applied humanities practical module option
  4. Work with practising writers and active researchers
  5. Expert careers service
  6. Guest lectures delivered by industry professionals

*National Student Survey 2022

BA (Hons) English Literature BA (Hons) English Literature student Victoria talks about her experiences at Leeds Beckett.

Everything you need to know

Discover all there is to know about the course, from entry requirements and fees to exploring the school you’ll be joining - we’ve got it covered.

Entry requirements

112

points required

If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.

We have now welcomed students from over 140 countries across the globe. If you are interested in studying with us you can find your country and get all the information you'll need about entry requirements and how to apply.

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Teaching & Learning

Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.

Our silver status in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework, reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.

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