English Language and Literature
University of ReadingEnglish Language and Literature BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Reading, based in Reading, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £24,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BBB.
A-Level Entry
BBB
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
On our BA English Language and Literature programme, develop your understanding of English as a living and dynamic global language whilst exploring a diverse range of literary texts from Britain, America and beyond.
Our teaching in English language places a strong emphasis on applying theory to real-life situations, and on transferable skills such as problem-solving, team-working and data-analysis. You will learn about how to research issues in the social sciences and how to conduct fieldwork. You will enhance your knowledge of grammar and phonetics as well as learning about how language is used in different social settings, how language is acquired by children and adults, and how our uses of English are being re-shaped by the media.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/Subject-area/english-language-and-applied-linguistics-ug/ba-english-language-and-literature.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Reading
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- English literature and creative writing, English language
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £24,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ