English Literature
University of LeedsEnglish Literature BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Leeds, based in Leeds, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £25,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is AAB.
A-Level Entry
AAB
Typical offer · UCAS
Avg. Graduate Salary
£25,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Reading and understanding literature can help us to find out about ourselves and see the world from other perspectives. Through engaging with different kinds of texts from across the globe and from different periods of history, you will learn how language reflects and shapes human experience. You’ll also develop your skills as a critical reader, a clear thinker, and a persuasive writer.
Effective communication drives the world. Studying English Literature at Leeds prepares you for an exciting, rewarding and fulfilling professional future. Graduates often pursue careers in media, publishing, journalism, education, the cultural industries and creative arts, or enter fields including management, marketing, and business, where strong analytical skills are prized.
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 3 study options:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Leeds
Avg. grad pay (5y): £25,000
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Leeds
Avg. grad pay (5y): £25,000
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BA (Hons)
Location: Leeds
Avg. grad pay (5y): £25,000
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:
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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
- Leeds
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- English literature and creative writing
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £25,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ