English Language and Literature : BA Hons
Lancaster UniversityLancaster, UK
Course overview
English is the world’s lingua franca. Digital innovations are created, science is advanced, and business is conducted in English all over the world. But English is also the language of the British Isles and its rich histories, literature, migrations and identities.
In this degree, you will explore the kaleidoscope of English variation – its regional dialects, storytellers, and ways of looking at the world – with our global leaders and discover how English works.
Key highlights
- Explores English variation, including regional dialects and storytellers
- Covers the histories, literature, migrations and identities of the British Isles
- Examines English as the global language of science, business and digital innovation
- Taught by global leaders in the study of English
Entry requirements
- Welsh Baccalaureate — in place of one
- BTEC: DD — combined with A levels
- A-level: AB — plus BTEC at D 35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject; combined with BTEC
Scholarships
Lancaster Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship – International
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate programmes.
Up to £3,000Undergraduate International Regional Scholarship
The award will be worth £3,000 and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction, each year of study, for undergraduate courses.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Teacher
- Editor
- Journalist
- Copywriter
- Speech and language therapist
- Publishing assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £26,300
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Lancaster University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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