This Joint Honours course enables you to study Comparative Literature and Culture and Philosophy in equal parts. It will provide you with the opportunity to combine the study of global literature, film and art, with philosophy, developing you as a culturally-aware, creative and adaptable thinker, with impressive communication and presentation skills.
Comparative Literature and Culture offers you the opportunity to study a fascinating breadth of material with a focus on contexts – places, periods, and genres – to explore how key cultural shifts transform how we see, represen...
This Joint Honours course enables you to study Comparative Literature and Culture and Philosophy in equal parts. It will provide you with the opportunity to combine the study of global literature, film and art, with philosophy, developing you as a culturally-aware, creative and adaptable thinker, with impressive communication and presentation skills.<br/><br/>Comparative Literature and Culture offers you the opportunity to study a fascinating breadth of material with a focus on contexts – places, periods, and genres – to explore how key cultural shifts transform how we see, represent, and make sense of our changing world.<br/><br/>You can choose from an exceptionally wide range of fascinating options, spanning continents and centuries, from antiquity to the present day, covering novels, poetry, philosophy, cinema and art. You will read, watch, and compare texts from Ancient Greece to contemporary New York, from Cuba to Korea, from epics to crime fiction, and from tragedy to the avant-garde. Comparative Literature and Culture also enables you to study a variety of foreign texts originally written in many languages, all translated into English.<br/><br/>At Royal Holloway we have a unique approach to Philosophy that looks beyond the narrow confines of the Anglo-American analytic or the European tradition of philosophy focus on both traditions, their relationship and connections between them. The result has been the creation of a truly interdisciplinary and collaborative programme that brings together academic staff from departments across the university.<br/><br/>With the opportunity to examine (amongst other things) the mind and consciousness, aesthetics and morals, the self and others, the range of subjects available to Philosophy students at Royal Holloway guarantees that there will be something on offer that really engages you during your time with us.<br/><br/>You will be taught by world-class experts who genuinely want to get to know you. We create a supportive environment, often using group work so you can try out new ideas and participate in lively discussions. Throughout your studies, you will receive personal guidance to ensure your course is aligned to your strengths, interests and career plans. As part of our close-knit international community you will be able to get involved with an array of cultural initiatives that take place on campus, and make the most of being within easy reach of London and its many events and attractions.<br/><br/><br/>- Compare texts and philosophies from the ancient to the contemporary.<br/><br/><br/>- Tailor your studies to your own interests.<br/><br/><br/>- All Comparative Literature and Culture texts are translated into English.<br/><br/><br/>- Combine both subjects in the study of world philosophies.<br/><br/><br/>- Examine how different philosophical traditions intersect.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
QV25
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelB,B,B A,B,B Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economic factors which may have impacted an applicant’s education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. UCAS TariffScottish HigherA,A,B,B,B Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education . International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 6,5,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM BTEC must be in a relevant subject area. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 GCSE/National 4/National 5We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)DDD BTEC must be in a relevant subject area. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD BTEC must be in a relevant subject plus an A Level Grade B. Scottish Advanced HigherA,B,B B,B,B Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalApplicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D BTEC must be in a relevant subject plus two A Level Grades B,B |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £23,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |