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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
City CampusC
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Explore the world of literature,
Shakespeare's stage to the digital page.As part of your course, you鈥檒l:- Study poems, plays and prose narratives in their historical and cultural contexts- Discuss and debate the different ways texts can be interpreted- Embrace a wide range of theoretical approaches- Cover a diverse range of texts, from the literatures of Romanticism through to the contemporary, and British and American Literature of the twentieth century to the postcolonial literatures of the Caribbean, India, Pakistan, South Africa, and Australia- Work directly with leading literary researchers to develop your own creative and critical voiceYou鈥檒l graduate with highly valued transferable skills in writing, research and critical thinking. You鈥檒l benefit from:- Inspired teaching- Intellectual debate- Interaction with award-winning authors and playwrights- A rolling programme of visiting media industry professionals, including published lecturers and world-renowned researchers
Heart of cultureLeeds is the Northern heart of culture and the arts. Your campus sits in the very centre of the city, surrounded by museums, art galleries, theatres, film production companies and recording studios. We work directly with Leeds museums and galleries and many regional events, including the Ilkley Literature Festival and the Leeds West Indian Carnival.
Industry linksOur location has enabled us to develop relationships with employers and cultural industries in the city and across the region. Past students have completed placements in the editorial team at Hallmark Studios and with Peepal Tree Press, an internationally-renowned publisher based in the city.
Why study English Literature at Leeds Beckett University...- 100% of students were positive about the teaching on BA (Hons) English Literature- Strong and meaningful partnerships with community organisations- Applied humanities practical module option- Work with practising writers and active researchers- Guest lectures delivered by industry professionalsNational Student Survey 2024
Application deadline
29 January
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拢 16,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
UCAS Points : 112 - 120
A minimum 72-80 points from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.
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