English (with a modern language)
Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester, United Kingdom
Course overview
This course gives you the opportunity to study English in combination with another language. The Department of English is home to internationally renowned writers and critics, and there’s a strong research culture, creating a learning environment that is both supportive and intellectually challenging. And with our extensive cultural links both in Manchester and further afield, you’ll be in the right place to begin building a creative network for your future.
This course takes an innovative, modern approach to literature, focusing on drama, prose, fiction and poetry from the 17th century to the
Key highlights
- Study English alongside French, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic or Spanish
- Japanese, Chinese and Arabic open to complete beginners
- Optional placement year or year of study abroad available
- Taught by internationally renowned writers and critics
- Extensive cultural links in Manchester and beyond for building networks
- Covers drama, prose, fiction and poetry from the 17th century
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — 104-112 UCAS tariff points GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma…
- A-level: BCC — or equivalent
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC National Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — Pass overall with a minimum 106
- GCSE: C/4 — to include English Language, English
Scholarships
International Undergraduate Scholarships
£2,000 for each year of your degree.
Up to £2,000Sanctuary Scholarship
Sports Scholarship
The total package is worth up to £10,000 per year. Additional support is available for exceptional applicants.
Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarship
Value: 50% of tuition fees in the first year of study.
Up to 50% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Translator
- Editor
- Journalist
- Content writer
- Publishing assistant
- Teacher of English as a foreign language
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £20,000 per year
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 Manchester Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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