English Language and Literature Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - English Language and Literature Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Our BA in English Language and Literature helps you understand, analyse and articulate solutions to complex problems facing society today.
You'll look at how language is structured and used in the social world, exploring the relationships between linguistic structures, individual identity and social organisation. You’ll also develop skills for analysing language as it is used in real contexts.
Alongside this, you'll study writing from different periods and cultures, across the principal literary genres. But your studies won’t be limited to the printed word. We’re i...
Our BA in English Language and Literature helps you understand, analyse and articulate solutions to complex problems facing society today.
You'll look at how language is structured and used in the social world, exploring the relationships between linguistic structures, individual identity and social organisation. You’ll also develop skills for analysing language as it is used in real contexts.
Alongside this, you'll study writing from different periods and cultures, across the principal literary genres. But your studies won’t be limited to the printed word. We’re interested in the connections between literature and film, art, history, technology, language and everyday life, and our teaching reflects these interests.
You’ll explore how literature addresses social, environmental and economic concerns and consider questions around inclusion and sustainable futures.
Throughout your degree, you’ll build career-enhancing skills by analysing and producing different types of texts, working with specialised software, examining real-world examples of language, constructing arguments and communicating ideas to different audiences.
You’ll graduate with a range of professional skills, including collaboration, communication and critical thinking. You'll also have an understanding of the ethical, social and linguistic challenges that face contemporary society and industry coupled with the ideas and confidence to respond to them.
Distinctive features of the programme
Global Top 100
We’re ranked 62nd in the world for English language and literature in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Follow your interests
Choose from a wide range of modules in English language and literature, allowing you to explore your interests and discover new ones.
Develop research skills
Analyse language data and communicate your findings clearly to different audiences.
Future-focused
Develop in-demand employability skills, enhancing your career prospects in a wide range of fields.
Adventure and exploration
Take the opportunity to study abroad in Europe and beyond, building independence and resilience.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site - Cardiff
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A27-J00
Institution Code
C15
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
A,A,B
B,B,B
Must include Creative Writing, English Language and Literature, or English Literature.
T Level
Acceptance of T Levels for this programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Academic School. Consideration will be given to the T Level grade/subject and grades/subjects achieved at GCSE/Level 2.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
You must have or be working towards: - English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements.
Extended Project
A
For applicants taking the EPQ qualification, an A in the EPQ can be recognised to lower the entry requirements by a single grade. For example, an AAB offer would be “AAB from 3 A-levels or ABB from 3 A-levels and a grade A in the EPQ”. Please note that any subject specific requirements must be met.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34.0
31.0
34-31 overall or 665-555 in 3 HL subjects. Must include grade 5 in HL English Language and Literature, English Literature, or English Literature and Performance.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales will be accepted in lieu of one A level at the A level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD in a BTEC Diploma in Humanities and Social Science subjects, and grade B in A-level Creative Writing, English Language and Literature, or English Literature.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in place of one A-level at the A-level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, Wales, Republic of Ireland, England, Scotland, Northern Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £25,450 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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