An English and Politics degree will enhance your understanding of the world around you in a thought-provoking, innovative way.
Studying English asks you to embrace new ways of thinking about the world and new possibilities of expression. Studying Politics invites you to engage with a vast spectrum of political issues and problems. Studying the two subjects together asks how literature and politics work to shape the world. You will graduate with skills highly prized by employers across a wide range of industries. You can discover more about the Department of English and Rela...
An English and Politics degree will enhance your understanding of the world around you in a thought-provoking, innovative way.<br/><br/>Studying English asks you to embrace new ways of thinking about the world and new possibilities of expression. Studying Politics invites you to engage with a vast spectrum of political issues and problems. Studying the two subjects together asks how literature and politics work to shape the world. You will graduate with skills highly prized by employers across a wide range of industries. You can discover more about the Department of English and Related Literature’s exciting degree programmes by watching our video. At the heart of current thinking, research, and debate – learn what its like to study Politics at York.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
QL32
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
D:36,M:9
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction including at least 9 in English Literature-related units and 9 at Merit or higher.
35
With 6 in Higher Level English Literature or English Language and Literature.
DDD
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level English Literature or English Language and Literature (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential.
DDD
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level English Literature or English Language and Literature (or equivalent qualification) at grade A is essential.
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
A
If you achieve an A or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.
A,A,B
Essential Subjects: English Literature or English Language and Literature (or equivalent) at grade A is essential.
We consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in English Literature or English Language and Literature (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications.
A
B
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,800 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |