English Literature and Film BA (Hons)
Course Overview - English Literature and Film BA (Hons)
Delve into the study of storytelling at Birmingham - immerse yourself in the imaginative worlds of writers across cultures and societies.
You’ll explore the power that narratives hold in our society. Develop the mixed media analytical and practical skills you need to succeed in the industry.
Why study this course?
• Study within a vast range of specialisms, from Earliest English, to Victorian Literature, to Aspects of Modernism, and from Screen Histories and Futures to the Aesthetics of Television.
• Hone your cr...
Delve into the study of storytelling at Birmingham - immerse yourself in the imaginative worlds of writers across cultures and societies.<br/><br/>You’ll explore the power that narratives hold in our society. Develop the mixed media analytical and practical skills you need to succeed in the industry.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong> <br/><br/><br/>• Study within a vast range of specialisms, from Earliest English, to Victorian Literature, to Aspects of Modernism, and from Screen Histories and Futures to the Aesthetics of Television.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Hone your critical thinking skills and prepare yourself for a career in the creative industries - think events management, journalism, marketing and beyond.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study Literature and Film in a global context with our Year Abroad option and expand your perspectives.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Top 10 for Communications & Media in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2025</strong><br/><br/><strong>Top 30 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World Subject Rankings 2025)</strong><br/><br/><strong>Top 15 for English in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2025</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
QW36
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects, to include Literature or Literature and Language at HL 5.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus a B at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Diploma: DD, plus a B at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level, including the required subject/s mentioned above.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
A level
A,A,B
To include A Level English Literature or A Level English Language and Literature
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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