BA (HONS) Writing and English Literature

at Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

3 years full-time
Year 1
Core modules

A History of English Literature 1: Writing Matters
A History of English Literature 2: Reading Literature and Theory
Introduction to Imaginative Writing
Screenwriting: The Short Film
Fundamentals of Publishing

Year 2
Core modules
Writing Short Fiction
Romantic Conflicts
Victorian Literature and Culture
Writing for the Stage
Ruskin Module

Optional modules
Reading Beyond Britain
Film Criticism and Reviewing
Writing World War One: Trauma, Memory, Resistance
Science Fiction
Contemporary Issues in Stylistics
The European Novel: Desire and Transgression
Modernism and the City
History of English
Dialogue and Debate: More to Milton
Writing Historical Fiction
Anglia Language Programme

Year 3
Core modules
Writing Poetry
Contemporary Fiction

Optional modules
Major Project Writing
Major Project English Literature
Elizabeth Gaskell and the Brontës
Renaissance Magic
Spectacle and Representation in Renaissance Drama
Working with English
Romantic Ideals
Writing Speculative Fiction
New Media Discourse
Literature and Exile: Displacement, Identity, Self
Film Journalism
Theorising Children's Literature
Anglia Language Programme
Special Subject: Novel

Modules are subject to change and availability.

Standard entry requirements

Main

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• 96 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent), including grade C in English Language or English Literature.
• 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 ( Academic level), or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
• You may also be accepted to this course with an IELTS 5.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University, but will then be required to undertake additional compulsory free English language modules in your first year.

Alternatives

• UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in a related subject are accepted.
• UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted.
• International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include a related subject.
• UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted.
• UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted.
• UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted.
• UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, related subjects are required.
   

Important additional notes

Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.

Tuition fees for international students (2022/23)
£14,300

International students starting 2022/23 (full-time, per year)
You can pay your tuition fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will also ask you for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter. Details will be in your offer letter.

Careers

Our BA (Hons) Writing and English Literature students go on to successful careers in a variety of fields, including journalism, teaching, writing, television, radio, the music industry, gallery work and arts administration.

The literacy, creativity, problem-solving, research, analysis and communication skills our Writing and English Literature students gain are highly valued by employers. You’ll also learn to work well independently and as part of a team.

You could also learn more, develop a specialism or start an exciting career in research with our Masters degrees in English Literature or Creative Writing. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees.