On this course, you’ll immerse yourself in both classic and contemporary masterpieces of English literature, and learn all about the evolution of English itself from its Anglo-Saxon roots to its current status as a global language. Are you inspired by the power of stories? Our literature offerings cover everything from Shakespeare to the latest science fiction. Would you like to explore aspects of language and communication? You can choose from fascinating modules such as Stylistics, Language of Humour, or Face and Politeness. Or would you like to create your own novel, screenplay, or video game script? You can experiment with creative writing in modules such as Writing Beyond the Page.
Why study English at Huddersfield?
* From the second year on, numerous optional modules allow you to design your own customized pathway to match your own changing interests as you progress through the course.
* Whether you decide to specialize or stay versatile, this course grants you maximum freedom to explore the whole spectrum of English studies.
* Our team of academic staff are ranked in the top 5 in the UK for the quality of their research publications (REF 2014).
* 100% of graduates from this course are in work and/or further study fifteen months after graduating (HESA Graduate Outcomes 17/18, UK domiciled graduates).
* We get you out of the classroom on a range of exciting fieldtrips including The Bronte Parsonage, The British Library and Shakespeare's Globe in London.
* Every year students also have the chance to get involved in events at the Huddersfield Literature Festival (https://www.huddlitfest.org.uk/).
Course Details - Modules
Year 1
Core module:
Literary Genres
Thinking Critically
From Structure to Sense
From Sound to Speech
Integrated Learning Portfolio
Year 2
Core modules:
Literary Histories
Critical Concepts 1
Option modules:
Choose three from a list which may include:
Literature and Making
English Literature Work Placement
Writing Beyond the Page
Communication across Cultures
Stylistics
Corpus Linguistics
Pragmatics
Year 3 - optional placement year
Placement Year
Final year
Core modules:
Advanced Critical Practice
Option modules:
Choose four from a list which may include:
Public Humanities
Critical Concepts 2
Creative Writing Project
Experiments in Narrative
Language of Humour
Language and Power
Multilingualism
Face and Politeness
Course Details – Assessment Method
The assessment of this course will be based on both written and practical work including examinations, essays, presentations, posters, research projects and screencasts.
Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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:
A111
Institution code:
H60
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
including a minimum grade B in any form of English or a related subject (History, Languages, Drama, Film Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Philosophy, Religious Studies or Politics for example).
from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a minimum grade B in any form of English or a related subject.
Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above modules to include any form of English or a related subject.
120 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications including Higher Level English at grade 6.
If you do not meet standard entry requirements, you may be asked to provide evidence or a writing sample to illustrate your readiness for the course.
Mature students will be considered on an individual basis.
If you are from outside the UK, you may be admitted with a Higher National Diploma or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
For 3 + 1 entry to the course, a relevant UK Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree with a merit profile value of 240 credits or equivalent. You should consult UCAS website for current requirements.
Applications will also be considered based on the equivalent of 240 credits or 120 ECTs appropriately matched to levels 4 and 5 of the course.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.5 overall with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
80%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
EU
15000.0
Year 1
International
15000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
This information is for applicants applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2021/22. Please note that your tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X). This webpage will be updated with 2022/23 tuition fees as information becomes available.
If you are an EU or International student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/tuition-fees/
Please email the Student Finance Office (sfo@hud.ac.uk) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Provider information
Queensgate
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Huddersfield
HD1 3DH
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