Queen's University Belfast

English and Spanish BA

Queen's University BelfastBelfast, United Kingdom

Course overview

Students undertaking English and Spanish at Queen’s explore the literatures and languages of both traditions in the widest possible sense. From the earliest writings in Anglo-Saxon to contemporary Irish, British, and ‘global’ literatures, students study English in its historical, linguistic, cultural and ideological circumstances and material manifestations. As the world’s second most widely spoken language, Spanish is a vibrant and growing subject and a doorway into a variety of rich and fascinating cultures across world.

English Studies at Queen’s brings to life an extraordinary heritage, as represented by Nobel Laureate Seamus Heaney, where a new generation of award-winning writers and the brand new Seamus Heaney Centre (2024) continue a proud tradition.

Key highlights

  • Literature from Anglo-Saxon writings to contemporary Irish, British and global texts
  • English studied in historical, linguistic, cultural and ideological contexts
  • Spanish language study opening doors to diverse cultures worldwide
  • Literary heritage represented by Nobel Laureate Seamus Heaney
  • Brand new Seamus Heaney Centre opened in 2024

Entry requirements

  • A-level: ABB — ABB

Scholarships

  • County Antrim Grand Jury Bursary

    Approximately £1500 depending on funding available.

  • Early Confirmation Award

    Funding Amount - £1500

    Up to £1,500
  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    This award is £3500 (fee rate 1) for first year of study; £4000 (fee rate 2) for first year of study.

  • INTO Progressors Scholarship

    £1500 reduction in tuition fees for first year of study.

    Up to £1,500
  • LLB Senior Status International Scholarship

    Scholarships Value - £4000

    Up to £4,000
  • Queen's Loyalty Scholarship

    20% reduction on first year gross tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Queen’s Family Scholarship

    20% reduction on first year gross tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • Royal Academy of Engineering: Engineering Leaders Scholarship Programme

    Funding Amount: £5000 - £10,000

    Up to £5,000
  • Vice Chancellor’s International Attainment Scholarship - Undergraduate

    50% reduction on full tuition fees paid for all years of a programme, up to a maximum of four years (including advanced entry into Year 2 or Year 3).

    Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Translator
  • Secondary school teacher
  • Journalist
  • Editor
  • Marketing executive
  • Interpreter

Cost of study

UK/Home: £4,985 (NI/ROI), £9,790 (GB) | International: £24,600

Admission

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