BA English Literature
About this course
This BA (Hons) in English Language and Literature examines written and spoken language through literary analysis and linguistic study. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. A Major Project Preparation module supports the development of a dissertation as the culminating piece of independent research. Work experience or peer collaboration is included as standard.
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Entry requirements
Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . Accelerate offer: 80 UCAS Tariff points. Find out more about BCU Accelerate . This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Please see A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below. A Level / AS Level: A Level: 112 UCAS Tariff points / BBC (or equivalent) AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels A maximum of four subjects will be considered Required subjects: English Language or Literature A Level at Grade C or above. In lieu of English Language or Literature A Level, subjects that include an element of essay writing will be considered as an alternative, i.e History, Religious Education, The Sciences, Philosophy, Film Studies, Communication Studies & Creative Writing all include a component of this. Applicants will be required to submit a satisfactory essay set by the department. Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 112 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C or above. T Level: Merit overall Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C or above. Access to HE Diploma: Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3. Accepted subjects: Language, Literature and Culture subjects preferred but other subjects also considered. Applicants may be asked to complete an essay set by the department if subject doesn't contain any English. OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: 112 UCAS Tariff points Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 99%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 100%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 11%
- West Midlands: 70%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 7%
- South East: 1%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Adaptation
- Prose Writing
- Key Critical Concepts
- Literature and Conflict
- Craft of Writing
- The Romantics
- The Victorians
- Collaborative Practice
- Screenwriting
- Gender, Sexuality and Culture
- Multicultural Literature
- Modern and Contemporary Theatre
- Digital Storytelling
- Major Project Preparation
- Major Project: English Dissertation
- Shakespeare Studies
- Stage and Society
- Moral Philosophy
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA English Literature at Birmingham City University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £30,500. The £25,000 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Literature in English.
What do graduates of BA English Literature at Birmingham City University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA English Literature at Birmingham City University?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA English Literature at Birmingham City University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 96 UCAS points.
Does BA English Literature at Birmingham City University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA English Literature at Birmingham City University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.