Our BA Latin and English Literature Joint Honours course will enable you to develop your linguistic skills in an ancient language while making connections between the literature of the ancient, medieval and contemporary eras.
You will study Latin language and literature in each of your three years of study, alongside the full range of English literature studies. Options include writings from Middle English, the Renaissance, historical and contemporary English Language, and cultural theory.
You can learn Latin either as a beginner or from A-level standard. Once youv...
Our BA Latin and English Literature Joint Honours course will enable you to develop your linguistic skills in an ancient language while making connections between the literature of the ancient, medieval and contemporary eras.<br/><br/>You will study Latin language and literature in each of your three years of study, alongside the full range of English literature studies. Options include writings from Middle English, the Renaissance, historical and contemporary English Language, and cultural theory.<br/><br/>You can learn Latin either as a beginner or from A-level standard. Once youve reached the appropriate level, your learning will allow you to study literary and historical texts in their original language.<br/><br/>On this course, youll be taught by world-leading scholars, whose research will directly shape your learning. Youll have access to a wealth of cutting-edge critical thinking, as well as exclusive access to award-winning learning resources, including some of the citys key cultural assets.<br/><br/>As well as giving you a detailed knowledge of Latin and a wide range of literature, well train you to become an independent researcher, a critical and creative thinker, and a persuasive writer - preparing you for careers in a variety of fields. <br/><br/>The course unit details listed below are those you may choose to study as part of this programme and are referred to as optional units. These are subject to change and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this programme. Although language units may show here as optional, they are a mandatory part of your modern languages degree and you will take the units relevant to your level of language in each year of study. It is compulsory to study language at all levels of your modern languages degree.
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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
M20
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherWe require grade A in Advanced Higher English plus BBBB in Scottish Highers in distinct subjects. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) to which you plan to apply. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course. The specific course requirements are a minimum of 30 credits with a Distinction grade, plus 15 credits with a Merit grade, all in a Humanities-related subject. Where possible, 15 of the Distinction credits should be in the pre-requisite subject required for A-levels. Applicants to Languages programmes are also required to have a minimum of GCSE grade B/6 in a modern language or in English Language. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 34 points overall. 6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects (including 6 in English Literature, or English Language and Literature). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades Distinction, Distinction, Merit, plus one A-level at Grade A in English Literature ( or English Language and Literature, but not English Language alone). GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCS Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD We consider the National Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades Distinction, Distinction, plus one A-level at Grade B in English Literature ( or English Language and Literature, but not English Language alone). ASAS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester. OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaDM Cambridge Level 3 Technical Diploma (CTEC): we consider the Technical Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades Distinction, Merit, plus an additional level 3 qualification such as an A Level at grade A in English Literature (or English Language and Literature, but not English Language alone) . OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaNot Accepted Scottish Advanced HigherWe require grade A in Advanced Higher English plus BBBB in Scottish Highers in distinct subjects. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) to which you plan to apply. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalWe consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken. We accept Pre-U grade D3 in place of A Level grade A or M2 in place of A Level grade B. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to. Extended ProjectThe University recognises the benefit of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. We strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. For this programme, as well as the regular conditions of offer, we may make students who are currently taking or completed the EPQ an alternative offer. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this. The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the academic School(s) you plan to apply to. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with a Distinction grade, PLUS two A-levels at Grades BB (one of these A-levels must be in English Literature ( or English Language and Literature, but not English Language alone). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Not Accepted Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with a Distinction grade, PLUS one A-level at Grade B in English Literature ( or English Language and Literature, but not English Language alone )., PLUS an EPQ or AS at Grade B. OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation DiplomaDD Cambridge Level 3 Technical Foundation Diploma (CTEC): we consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades Distinction, Distinction, plus an additional level 3 qualification such as an A Level/A Level at min. Grade B in English Literature (or English Language and Literature, but not English Language alone) . , PLUS an EPQ or AS Level at grade B. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended CertificateD Cambridge Level 3 Technical Extended Certificate (CTEC) : we consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to the chosen course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grade Distinction, plus two additional Level 3 qualifications such as A Levels at grades BB, one of which must be in English Literature (or English Language and Literature, but not English Language alone) . A levelA,B,B Grades ABB. This must include Grade A English Literature (or English Language and Literature, but NOT English Language alone). Typical Contextual Offer: Grades ACC including grade A in English Literature (or English Language and Literature, but NOT English Language alone) for applicants who meet our contextual offer criteria. |
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