English and History (with Foundation Year) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Studying English at Lincoln Bishop University offers you an inspiring and wide-ranging exploration of human creativity and the enduring power of literary expression. You will engage with a diverse selection of literary works, from the timeless plays of Sophocles to the contemporary voices of Ali Smith, Bernardine Evaristo, and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. The course empowers you to shape your own academic journey, with module options spanning creative and environmental writing, crime fiction, American and World Literature, drama and children’s literature, film studies, as well as Victorian, Romantic, and contemporary literature.

Alongside your English studies, the History course at Lincoln Bishop University invites you to delve into a rich tapestry of topics across a variety of historical eras and contexts, local, national, and global. You will explore everything from pirates in the early modern Atlantic World to the civil rights campaigners of the 1960s. This degree goes beyond simply learning about the past; you will also investigate how history is understood and engaged with today, and consider innovative ways to bring the past to life for modern audiences.

By combining English and History, you will develop advanced analytical, research, and communication skills, preparing you for a wide range of careers in education, heritage, the arts, and beyond. At Lincoln Bishop University, you will join a vibrant academic community, supported to pursue your interests and achieve your ambitions.

If you don’t have, or don’t think you will attain, the normal tariff points for studying at Lincoln Bishop University, this course will enable you to study for a degree without any UCAS points. The course is delivered over four years and includes a Foundation Year, which gives you a perfect introduction to what it means to be a university student and prepares you for effective undergraduate study. In your Foundation Year, you will study eight modules, all of which are designed to equip you with the necessary academic skills and knowledge to progress successfully in your chosen subject. You will also engage in a series of bespoke subject sessions delivered by experts, designed to introduce you to your chosen subject area.