STUDENTS STAFF Undergraduate Course English Literature BA (Hons) Books can change the world. Discover the power of the written word on our English Literature degree. OPEN DAYS Words matter. That’s our philosophy. We believe that reading literature from times, places and lives that are different from our own provides a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. On this degree you will explore texts themselves and their place in the societies and cultures they are part of. 96% of English Literature students felt that their lecturers were good at explaining things. (National Student Survey 2021) 92% of English Literature students felt that their lecturers made the subject interesting. (National Student Survey 2021) York campus UCAS Code – Q300 Duration – 3 years full time, 6 years part time Start date – September 2022 School – School of Humanities Minimum Entry Requirements 104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including English Language. Tuition Fees UK and EU 2022 entry £9,250 per year full time International 2022 entry £12,750 per year full time PLAY Discover English Literature at York St John University COURSE OVERVIEW COURSE STRUCTURE TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT CAREER OUTCOMES ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FEES AND FUNDING Course overview Go beyond the traditional canon of literature to study texts from many different genres and contexts. You will have opportunities to engage with classic texts by writers like Shakespeare, Dickens and Austen, but may also find yourself reading: Native American writing Prison narratives Radical poetry Avant-garde writing Speculative fiction LGBT rights literature, Experimental writing Literature of the Caribbean. There is a lot of flexibility to tailor the course to your interests, with lots of optional modules to choose from and opportunities to specialise in specific themes or eras. As you progress through the degree you will become an increasingly skilled reader, writer and critic. A degree in English Literature will also help you build personal and professional skills that can lead to many exciting careers. You will build your confidence in: Analysing Writing Researching Forming arguments Working collaboratively Communicating ideas. We are committed to helping our students gain professional skills and experience, which is why this course includes a dedicated employability module. This allows you to gain professional experience in a setting relevant to your own career goals. You will have the opportunity to take part in workshops, writing sessions and readings with prominent literary figures through the York Literature Festival. This event runs every year in partnership with the university. In recent years the Festival has attracted authors including Margaret Atwood, Will Self, Polly Toynbee, Ian McMillan and Michel Faber. You can also join our field trips, which take us to places like London, Whitby and Stratford-Upon-Avon. Course highlights Expand your literary horizons Let us guide you through a varied and inclusive exploration of literature that goes far beyond the classics that appear on every degree syllabus. Elisa English Literature Choosing to study English Literature at York St John was one of the best decisions I ever made. Through this course I was introduced to writers that I probably wouldn't have come across otherwise. I was so inspired by these new ways of approaching literature that my passion for the subject grew and grew. To me, the most important factor in studying a degree is love for your subject, and York St John certainly gave me that. More to explore Join us in 2022 UNDERGRADUATE STUDY Open Days EXPLORE OUR OPEN DAYS What makes us different WHY CHOOSE YSJ Get in touch Discover more courses View all of our courses in the School of Humanities Campus and facilities How to find us Map London Campus Academic Schools Working with the community Jobs Donate or support Alumni Policies and documents Admissions documents Access and Participation Plan Academic dates Programme specifications Module documents Quality gateway Welcome guide for new students Coronavirus advice for students Back to the top York St John University, Lord Mayor’s Walk, York, YO31 7EX | Phone: 01904 624624 | Media: 01904 876466 Freedom of informationAccessibility statementModern slavery and human trafficking statement Modify © York St John University 2021 Cookie Settings Cookies on our website We use cookies on our website to analyse our traffic, provide interactive services, social media features and personalise advertising content. We may also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners.View privacy and cookie policy ACCEPT COOKIES Cookie Settings