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University of East Anglia UEA
Norwich Research Park
Norwich
NR4 7TJ
English Literature and History
- 3 Study options
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- University of East Anglia
Course summary
Course Overview
Why English Literature and History at UEA?
Literature and history share the same foundation: storytelling. On this dynamic course, you’ll explore how stories shape our past and identities.
Why choose UEA?
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Literary hub: Study in Norwich, City of Stories and England's first UNESCO City of Literature, home to the National Centre for Writing
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Flexible degree: Tailor the course to your literary and historical interests through flexible module choices and coursework-only assessments
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Leading experts: Discover literature and history firsthand from renowned experts working at the cutting-edge
What is BA English Literature and History?
Study texts and cultures across time and discover how they shape our present. You’ll read literature from around the world alongside global history. From ancient epics to revolutionary politics, and from Cold War culture to apocalyptic fiction, you’ll engage with an exciting range of ideas.
You’ll forge your own path through your degree, choosing topics in history and literature that resonate with you the most. Throughout, you’ll hone and express your ideas in a range of forms, such as close readings, source commentaries or creative retellings.
You’ll also have opportunities to gain experience with archives and publishing to help you prepare for the world of work. You’ll attend events like our annual Working with Words conference to explore your future career options.
You’ll have the option to apply to study abroad for one semester of your second year. Studying abroad is a wonderfully enriching life experience. You’ll develop confidence and adaptability and will have the chance to deepen your understanding of literature and history while learning about another culture.
For more details, check out study abroad.
Instead of a semester abroad, you could choose to do a short placement during your second year. This placement would be in a creative, cultural, charity, heritage, media or other appropriate organisation. You’ll secure your own placement with support. This will take place alongside two other modules in the spring semester.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Time abroad (mandatory) • 4 Years
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (mandatory) • 4 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- E14
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of East Anglia UEA has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- E14
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
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Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C.
We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please visit our website www.uea.ac.uk https://www.uea.ac.uk/course/undergraduate/ba-english-literature-and-history
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS: 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing).https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
This course may make contextual offers. This means that we use additional information to understand and recognise your potential to succeed at UEA. Using this insight, we could provide you with an offer with reduced entry requirements to study at UEA. You don’t need to do anything to be considered – if eligible we will process your contextual offer automatically, based on the data we hold in your application. We do not make contextual offers during clearing. Check our website for eligibility.
International entry requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students https://www.uea.ac.uk/study/international-students/country-map
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Course optionsHistorical entry grades report
This report uses your grades to show how students with similar results have done when applying to this course in the past. Sometimes, there isn’t data for every possible set of grades. When that happens, universities and colleges occasionally fill in the gaps for sets of grades that are typically accepted.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 | |
| International | £24250 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. Fees for continuing students (i.e. those on courses of greater than one year in length) will normally increase annually. This increase will not exceed 4% or the % increase of the UK Government regulated fee whichever is higher. The fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
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