English Language and Literature (Q39)
Open UniversityEnglish Language and Literature (Q39) BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Open University, based in Milton Keynes, taught distance learning over 3-6 years.
About this course
If you love the written and spoken word, this course is for you. In this comprehensive and stimulating introduction to English language and literature, it investigates how the English language is used in a variety of global contexts, and analyse literature from different historical periods and in diverse cultural settings. You’ll explore writing and speech in a wide range of forms, and develop your skills in the interpretation of literary and non-literary texts.
Key features of the course
- Learn how to analyse a wide range of texts including fiction, poetry and drama
- Explore the history of the English language and find out how it has become a global language
- Learn skills of critical thinking and analysis that are highly valued in the workplace
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Distance learning
- Duration
- 3-6 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Milton Keynes
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- English literature and creative writing, English language
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ