BA German and English
About this course
BA in German and English, an English and German degree combining the study of Germanic literature, history, and film with English language and literature. A compulsory year abroad takes place during the third academic year to immerse students in German society and culture. The first year introduces foundational study through modules such as Introduction to German Studies 1 and Introduction to German Studies 2, alongside optional choices like Narrative Texts, Introduction to Old and Middle English, Criticism and Theory, Modern German Language and Culture, and German for Beginners 1. The second year offers various optional modules covering literature and history, including Chaucer and his Literary Background, Renaissance I (1520-1625), Critical Commentary and Analysis, Renaissance II (1625-1700), The Romantic Period, The Victorian Period, American Literature to 1900, Old English Literature I, Old English Literature II, and History of the English Language. The third year consists of SELCS Year Abroad Term 1 and SELCS Year Abroad Term 2. The fourth year concludes the programme with the compulsory module Discussion and Essay in German, alongside further optional modules such as Shakespeare, Renaissance I (1520-1625), Critical Commentary and Analysis, Renaissance II (1625-1700), The Romantic Period, The Victorian Period, American Literature to 1900, Old English Literature I, Old English Literature II, and History of the English Language.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA (English Literature/English Language and Literature grade A required, foreign language preferred.) IB: 38 points (A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects, to include English Language and Literature/English Literature grade 6, no higher level score below 5. Higher level in foreign language preferred.)
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 75%: 9 offers from 12 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 62%
- Learning resources: 79%
- Student voice: 58%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 19%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 11%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 8%
- Teaching Professionals: 8%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 215 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 67%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- A degree: 5%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to German Studies 1
- Introduction to German Studies 2
- Narrative Texts
- Introduction to Old and Middle English
- Criticism and Theory
- Modern German Language and Culture
- German for Beginners 1
- Chaucer and his Literary Background
- Renaissance I (1520-1625)
- Critical Commentary and Analysis
- Renaissance II (1625-1700)
- The Romantic Period
- The Victorian Period
- American Literature to 1900
- Old English Literature I
- Old English Literature II
- History of the English Language
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 1
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 2
- Discussion and Essay in German
- Shakespeare
- Renaissance I (1520-1625)
- Critical Commentary and Analysis
- Renaissance II (1625-1700)
- The Romantic Period
- The Victorian Period
- American Literature to 1900
- Old English Literature I
- Old English Literature II
- History of the English Language
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA German and English at University College London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £42,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,500 and £57,000. The £42,500 median after five years is £13,500 more than the UK median for English studies.
What do graduates of BA German and English at University College London do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA German and English at University College London?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA German and English at University College London?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 153 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BA German and English at University College London?
75% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 9 offers from 12 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Does BA German and English at University College London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BA German and English at University College London?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.