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- Writing and English Literature BA (Hons)
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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Cambridge Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Join a course that scored 92% for Academic Support in the National Student Survey 2023. Explore professional writing techniques and learn to write compelling narratives whether you want to write poetry, drama, short fiction, news, features, or something else. You’ll improve your writing skills with invaluable feedback from professional writers, and workshops with your fellow students.You’ll also find out how English literature is shaped by its historical and cultural context, and how, in turn, it influences individual readers and the whole of society. You’ll also learn about many other subjects, including history, politics, religion, psychology and history of art, which will enrich your writing. Your deeper understanding of literary texts will improve your abilities as a writer.You can tailor your Writing and English Literature degree to your ideal career with our wide range of optional modules, including work-based modules in Years 2 and 3. We’ll support you to find work placements relevant to your chosen career, and you’ll have opportunities to take part in live briefs with our partner organisations. Some of our students recently worked with Slow Theatre Company, producing a series plays for their Women in Red Wiki project to increase awareness of the under-representation of women on Wikipedia. Our course options also allow you to take a placement year as part of your course.You’ll also have the option to learn a language with our Anglia Language Programme in Years 2 and 3, and/or study abroad for a semester and apply for funding to help cover the cost.You’ll develop many skills besides writing, including literacy, communication, research, creative thinking, self-reliance and teamwork, all of which can help you start a career in many different areas.The impact of our English Language & Literature research achieved 'world-leading' in the Research Excellence Framework 2021.
Outstanding student supportJoin our student community and:- benefit from award-winning learning facilities, including extensive library and IT resources- learn from expert staff who will guide your research interests and career development- access support, should you need it, with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing, and more.- make the most of studying in the picturesque city of Cambridge, with its wealth of literary connections and opportunities
CareersOur 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.
Employability and personal career developmentApplication deadline
29 January
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University information

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University League Table
121st
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Campus address
Anglia Ruskin University, East Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 1PT, England
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Subject ranking
54th out of 96 7
35th out of 50 4
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/ Max 202108 54%81st
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/ Max 10070.0 70%57th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.13 78%57th
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Entry standards
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/ Max 10064.0 64%20th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.18 79%24th
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