BA (Hons) English and Comparative Literature

... United Kingdom
... University of Essex

Course Overview

Take yourself on a literary adventure around the world. Our BA in English and Comparative Literature offers a unique opportunity to explore English literature alongside writings from across the globe, both in English and in translation. We place the study of English firmly in the global context from which it emerges, and explore the ways in which English interacts with the literature of Europe, the US, the Caribbean, and beyond.

Deepen your knowledge of literary traditions and movements across a variety of genres in order to develop your skills as a reader and sharpen your critical intelligence. Studying different literary traditions from around the world and across history enables you to understand literary movements and developments in their global context, whether in relation to the evolution of the epic, the novel, or poetry.

General Eligibility

UK entry requirements

A-levels: ABB, including an essay-based subject

BTEC: DDD, depending on the subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

IB: 32 points or three Higher Level certificates with 655, including a Higher Level essay-based subject grade 5.

We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Levels. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard levels, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.

Access to HE Diploma:15 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on the subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

We also consider T-levels.

International & EU entry requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week.

Language Requirement

  • If you do not require a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK then we will assess your English language proficiency/ability at your interview or audition.

    If your first language is not English and you are an international student that requires a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK then you will need IELTS 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component.

Programme Information
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Course Category

English literature


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Campus Name

Colchester Campus


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-time, 3 years


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

Home full-time: £9,250, International full-time: £18,585,


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