By combining English and Latin in equal parts youll have the opportunity to study the literature of the English-speaking world alongside improving your language skills in Latin. Learning Latin provides insights not only into ancient culture but also into the workings of language and construction of literature in general and as such is the perfect complement to the study of English.
From Beowulf to the Booker Prize, English offers you the opportunity to study the full historical range of literature in English as well as the latest developments in the field, and even to pursu...
By combining English and Latin in equal parts youll have the opportunity to study the literature of the English-speaking world alongside improving your language skills in Latin. Learning Latin provides insights not only into ancient culture but also into the workings of language and construction of literature in general and as such is the perfect complement to the study of English.<br/><br/>From Beowulf to the Booker Prize, English offers you the opportunity to study the full historical range of literature in English as well as the latest developments in the field, and even to pursue your own creative writing.<br/><br/>You can discover the earliest works in English, deepen your knowledge of Shakespeare, find out what is great about Renaissance literature, darken your view of the 18th century, and unpack the Victorians. The courses structure allows you to develop a sound understanding of key periods, genres, authors, and ideas as well as choosing from a huge range of options. You can study Modernism, Postmodernism and American literature, explore literary criticism, develop your own creative writing, and analyse the latest developments in global literatures in English.<br/><br/>You will gain original insights into the whole range of English literature from its beginnings to its latest developments, ranging from Chaucer and Shakespeare to Virginia Woolf, James Joyce and Salman Rushdie and study unusual, non-traditional subjects such as the body in the 18th century or time in modern literature or courses incorporating visual arts and cinema.<br/><br/>The Latin element of the course is designed to develop your language skills beyond your advanced level. Over three years you’ll become a specialist in both the language and literature of the ancient Romans. Studying Latin at Royal Holloway will enable you to delve into a wide range of non-linguistic subjects too, including classical archaeology and ancient philosophy as well as ancient history and classical literature in translation.<br/><br/>Latin is part of our Classics Department, where the quality of research that informs our teaching and a friendly, individual approach which shapes the way we guide our students combine to create an unbeaten academic experience. We have a thriving Classics Society that contributes to the friendly and sociable atmosphere of our department.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain an excellent understanding of the whole range of English literature from its beginnings to its latest developments, ranging from Chaucer and Shakespeare to Virginia Woolf, James Joyce and Salman Rushdie.<br/><br/><br/>- Study unusual, non-traditional subjects such as the body in the 18th century or time in modern literature or courses incorporating visual arts and cinema.<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your skills in analysis, research, argument and writing.<br/><br/><br/>- Studying Latin gives you a rich and varied vocabulary, useful for all careers.<br/><br/><br/>- Add depth to your studies with modules in ancient philosophy, history and archaeology.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
QQ36
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,A,B,B Including B in an essay based subject and B in Latin. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 All level 3 English studies units must be passed with Distinction PLUS GCSE Latin grade A or 7, or AS/A-Level Latin grade B. 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 Programme33 6,6,5, at Higher Level including an essay based subject and 5 in Standard Level Latin with 33 points overall Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD BTEC must be in a relevant subject area including distinction in all essay units plus grade A/7 in GCSE English Literature and GCSE Latin Grade A/7. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 including an essay based subject and Latin. GCSE/National 4/National 5We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)D*D BTEC must be in a related subject plus grade B in an essay based subject plus GCSE Latin Grade A or 7 or A Level Latin Grade B. Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)D*DD BTEC must be in a related subject plus A Level Grades BB including an essay based subject plus GCSE Latin Grade A or 7 or A Level Latin Grade B Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD BTEC must be in a related subject plus grade B in an essay based subject plus GCSE Latin Grade A or 7 or A Level Latin Grade B. Scottish Advanced HigherA,A,B A,B,B Including B in an essay basedsubject and Higher Level B in Latin 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 Plus A Level Grades A, B including an essay based subject plus GCSE Latin Grade A or 7 or A Level Latin Grade B. A levelA,A,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. Required subjects: A Level Grade B in an essay based subject. Latin A Level Grade B or GCSE Grade A or grade 7 |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £23,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |