Course Summary

Everything has a story. And this course is perfect if you love finding new interpretations. Whether this is through literature, or looking to the past to discover the secrets of the people, places and events of our ancestors, it is these stories which give us our sense of place in the world. This course combines studying the history of Europe and beyond with English language, literature and drama from Old English to the present. You will study a choice of themes, ranging from American Civil Rights, to the Crusades, to Colonial India. You can also tailor your degree to what you enjoy most, choosing from a huge range of optional modules covering historical figures, events and themes from the 6th century CE to the present day. As a joint honours student you will benefit from skills development and assessment methods from both subjects. Each subject is taught separately, but you may choose a uniting theme for your final year dissertation.

Course Details - Modules

In year one, in English, you'll choose three 20-credit core modules. In history, the core 'Learning History' module develops your skills and introduces you to key methodologies. You will also choose two 20-credit modules from a range of options that span the early middle ages to the contemporary world. In year two in English you will choose three 20-credit modules from at least two areas of study. You will also select up to three 20-credit History modules from an extremely wide chronological and geographical range. You also have the option to take up to two 20-credit optional modules in American and Canadian Studies. In year three you can choose from the modules which interest you the most, allowing you to specialise. You can either: Take 80 credits in History, made up of a 40 credit year-long Special Subject and a dissertation, and 40 credits in English (two 20-credit modules) Or: Take 60 credits in history, made up of a 40 credit year-long Special Subject and 20 credit optional module, and 60 credits in English (which can include a dissertation). In either scenario, your dissertation can combine both English and History. Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Humanities and the School of English, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award. You can also spend time overseas through the University of Nottingham Study Abroad programme.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

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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: QV31

Institution code: N84

Campus Name: University Park Campus

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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 grade A in one of English Language or English Literature plus grade A in History. Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking.

including English and History with grade A. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA including English and History.

45 credits at Level 3 of which 30 Level 3 credits must be at distinction. 15 Level 3 credits must be from English modules plus 15 must be from History, and 9 of these English credits must be at distinction and 12 of the History credits must be at distinction.

including English with grade A and Scottish Highers AAABB including English and History with grades A.

Applications assessed on an individual basis, please contact the University.

with a minimum of 6 points in both English and History at Higher level.

Applications assessed on an individual basis, please contact the University.

Applications assessed on an individual basis, please contact the University.

plus grades AA at A level including grades A in English and History.

including Literature in English as principal subject at D3 and History at D3.

European Baccalaureate - 85% overall including 80% in English and 80% in History, GCSE requirements - English grade C (numeric grade 4)

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 55%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 90%

Go onto work and study: 100%

Fees and funding

Republic of Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
EU 20000.0 Year 1
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
International 20000.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

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Provider information

University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD

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