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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park
Colchester
CO4 3SQ
Drama and Literature
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- October 2027
- Undergraduate
- Colchester Campus
Course summary
Study a wide range of dramatic texts, from Ancient Greek times to the present day, and develop an understanding of the principal developments in European Theatre.
You can benefit from our Lakeside Theatre, which has been established as a major venue for excellent drama, known for a commitment to new writing for the stage. Not only do many professional touring companies bring their productions of new plays to our Lakeside Theatre but there has been a wealth of new work produced by our own staff and students. An essential element of our Lakeside Theatre’s programme has been the opportunity it gives you to write or direct new plays, as well as re-define classics and re-discover neglected masterpieces.
Topics covered in our modules include:
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Transforming dramatic texts into dramatic performance
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Comedy, tragedy and the development of genre, both in theory and practice
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Gender and sexual politics on stage
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Writing for theatre
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Translating novels for the screen
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Writing of the US South
Our commitment to the student experience is why we are ranked third for drama in the Guardian University Guide 2021 and top 20 for dance, drama and cinematics in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021. Our students love us too; we're Top 20 for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Colchester Campus
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- October 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- QW24
- Institution code:
- E70
- Campus name:
- Colchester Campus
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2, 3
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- QW24
- Institution code:
- E70
- Campus name:
- Colchester Campus
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
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Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff112-120
Offers will be made from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels to include an essay based subject.
We accept A Levels, BTECs, Access to HE Diploma, International Baccalaureate, T Levels, AAQs and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.
Whilst International A-levels and BTECs aren't on the tariff calculator, we assign them the same tariff points as their UK counterparts
We accept A Levels, BTECs, Access to HE Diploma, International Baccalaureate, T Levels, AAQs and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.
Whilst International A-levels and BTECs aren't on the tariff calculator, we assign them the same tariff points as their UK counterparts
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.
We are committed to ensuring that all students with the merit and potential to benefit from an Essex education are supported to do so. We make Contextual Offers, of up to two A-level grades (or equivalent) below our standard conditional offer, to applicants from underrepresented groups residing in the UK.
Historical entry grades data
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It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
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Fees and funding
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