English Literature and History

University of Worcester
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years HistoryEnglish literature and creative writing

UCAS Points

104 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£21,000

About this course

Overview

Studying English Literature and History in combination enables you to explore prose in varied contexts alongside investigating different aspects of history across a broad range of periods. You’ll examine written texts to determine intent and meaning, developing analytical and critical thinking skills as you explore the historical context and its impact.

The joint honours course is taught through lectures and seminars from specialist academic staff who focus on creating a supportive and friendly learning environment. Students graduate with a multitude of skills relevant to jobs in a range of different industries.

Key features

  • A long, established and evolving course with highly-skilled and enthusiastic lecturers who are experienced teachers and published researchers

  • Strong emphasis on the development of advanced literacy, research, analysis and communication – all of which are highly valued by employers

  • A wide range of modules in British, European and World History from the sixteenth through to the twenty-first centuries and encompassing both ‘canonical’ and ‘marginal’ texts

  • Opportunities to gain work experience, to study abroad for a semester and to play an active role in local and regional literature festivals.

  • Ready access to the nationally significant resources of Worcestershire County Archives Service, which is based in The Hive (the university library)

    Why the University of Worcester?

    The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.

    At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.

  • First in the UK for sustained employment and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.

  • First in the UK for quality education – Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.

  • Ofsted Outstanding in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.

    Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 104 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    2471 Librarians
    2115 Social and humanities scientists

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    UCAS Points

    104 points

    Avg. Salary

    £22,000

    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
    Worcester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    History, English literature and creative writing
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £21,000

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    University of Worcester

    Worcester

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