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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
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 employmentand/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 Outstandingin 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
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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University information
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University League Table
88th
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Campus address
University of Worcester, Henwick Grove, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 6AJ, England
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Subject ranking
61st out of 96 8
56th out of 91 7
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Entry standards
/ Max 202115 57%72nd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10077.0 77%22nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.10 78%67th
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/ Max 10076.0 76%16th
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/ Max 43.19 80%45th
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