BA English and Classical Civilisation
About this course
BA in English and Classical Civilisation, a dual-subject degree in English and Classics focusing on ancient literature, art, and culture alongside English and comparative literary studies. The course examines the interactions between classical antiquity and English literature from Shakespeare to contemporary writers, with an option to learn an ancient language. Students divide their studies equally between English and Classics during the first two years, while the final year allows modules to be weighted towards either subject according to individual academic interests.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including Grade A in English Literature or English Language and Literature (combined). IB: 34 to include 6 in Higher Level English Literature or English Language and Literature (combined)
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 69%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Media Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- West Midlands: 15%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 40%
- South East: 20%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA English and Classical Civilisation at University of Warwick earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £32,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £51,000. The £32,500 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for English studies.
What do graduates of BA English and Classical Civilisation at University of Warwick do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA English and Classical Civilisation at University of Warwick?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA English and Classical Civilisation at University of Warwick?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 165 UCAS points.
Does BA English and Classical Civilisation at University of Warwick include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA English and Classical Civilisation at University of Warwick?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.