English BA (Hons)
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
The University of Northampton’s dynamic and diverse English BA degree provides a thorough exploration of English Literature, where you can plot your own pathways through a range of themed strands and in-depth module topics, all regularly taught by dedicated, enthusiastic and research-active tutors. We offer a supportive learning environment where you can feel safe and empowered to explore new ideas, develop your love of literature and learn vital life skills for your future career. At the centre of our newly updated BA English programme is diversity and relevance.
This means we study texts representing a range of voices and identities, embracing the latest cultural debates and searching out literary expressions from revolutionaries or the marginalised, but also looking deeply into the rich heritage and history of the literary arts across the ages and through the full range of literary genre. We care deeply about what literature can show us of the world in all its complexity, and the degree in English taps into this passion for hearing all voices and witnessing the history and breadth of literary expression. Overall student positivity in the National Student Survey 2025.
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Key highlights
- Plot your own pathway through themed strands and in-depth modules
- Taught by research-active tutors
- Study diverse voices, identities and marginalised literary expressions
- Engage with the latest cultural debates through literature
- Explore literary heritage across the ages and all genres
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC — A typical offer for our English course would be: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level We welcome applications from a range of non-traditional education or professional qualifications, a…
- BTEC: DMM — …typical offer for our English course would be: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level We welcome applications from a range of non-traditional education or professional qualifications, and…
- T-level: Merit — …would be: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level We welcome applications from a range of non-traditional education or professional qualifications, and from students with a mix of A levels…
Scholarships
ICAEW Foundation Bursary
Three annual payments of £4,000
Up to £12,000John Lowe Accounting and Finance Scholarship
Scholarship is paid as £1,000 in the second and third years of study.
Up to £2,000Northampton Energy Elite Athlete Scholarship
This scheme offers the student athlete a support network enabling them to balance the demands of performance sport with academic study.
Reid Science, Engineering, and Computing Bursary
£500 per year of study
Up to £1,500TD Lewis Scholarship
The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.
Up to £100The Chancellor's Fund
Up to £50The University of Northampton International Scholarship
The University of Northampton International Scholarship Scheme is a merit-based scholarship that provides up to a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees.
Wilson Endowment Scholarship
Successful students will receive three annual payments of £500, one for each year of study.
Up to £1,500
Careers this course leads to
- Teacher
- Journalist
- Editor
- Copywriter
- Publishing assistant
- Marketing executive
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,000 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 University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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