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Overview

UCAS Code: | Q301 |
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Course Length: | 3 Years Full-Time |
Start Dates: | September 2020 |
Department: | Department of English, History and Creative Writing |
Location: | Edge Hill University |
Example Offers: | BBC-BBB (A Level) or DMM (BTEC) View full entry criteria |
- Combine the strengths of language and literature through the study of a range of specialist modules;
- Develop a key set of communication skills which are highly valued by employers;
- Benefit from a degree underpinned by scholarship and research which keeps the content current and up-to-date.
From Brontë classics to the origins of dialects, if you have a passion for literature and language and want to extend your knowledge and broaden your horizons, then you will want to consider this degree. You will be joining a department which prides itself on its dynamic and flexible programmes, covering a range of literary periods and genres and a range of linguistic options such as sociolinguistics, gender and sexuality, bilingualism, and child language acquisition. You will develop communication skills, independent thinking and self-expression, and be stimulated and educated in language and literature by studying an impressive array of specialist modules. The programme develops written and oral fluency, both prized by potential employers, and also embodies the latest scholarship and research.
In Depth
What will I study?
In Year 1 you will study a balanced programme of Language and Literature modules. In Years 2 and 3, you will continue to study a combination of Language and Literature modules, however there will be the opportunity to specialise in one discipline more than the other if you wish.
In Literature your course will range between the study of key critical concepts and theories, important genres and great literary periods, including the Renaissance, Romanticism, Victorian literature, and the literature of the Modernist period. You will also be able to choose from a range of modules reflecting particular staff interests and research specialisms. These may include subjects such as postcolonial literature, children’s literature, and special authors such as Angela Carter, Charles Dickens and the Brontës. Further specialism is possible in a dissertation in the final year of the degree.
In Language you will cover major aspects of English language, including its structure, sound system, history and ongoing development, as well as its geographical, social and historical variations and the role of language in the construction of individual and group identities. You will be able to choose from a range of options which may include subjects such as sociolinguistics, language, gender and sexuality, bilingualism, forensic linguistics and child language acquisition. Other specialisms in language may be pursued in dissertation work.
You will also have the opportunity to work independently on employability projects supporting your future career development.
How will I study?
Teaching and learning is by lectures and seminars, workshops, group activities, independent research projects and through our online Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). We have tutors and personal tutors on hand to provide support when it is needed.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment involves coursework and formal tests or examinations. Emphasis is placed on work produced in your own time or formally presented in class. You can expect to be assessed by critical essays, short analyses, individual/group oral presentations, poster presentations, research projects, blogs and group work. In your final year you may opt to write a dissertation on a specialised linguistic or literature theme, which you will research independently with one-to-one support from an expert supervisor.
Who will be teaching me?
You will study in a large department with well qualified tutors who are recognised experts in their field. You will be carefully guided, no matter what area of English you decide to study. When you choose an option module, your tutor will be an active specialist in this area, producing and publishing current research. Our staff are active in research in all taught subject areas, publishing books and articles on a regular basis. Several have been successful in winning national research awards from bodies such as the British Academy, the Arts and Humanities Research Council and the Leverhulme Trust.
A Great Study Environment
The Department of English, History and Creative Writing is based in the Main Building at the centre of the campus, near the £26m Catalyst building which includes the University library.
A prime example of 1930s architecture, the Main Building has undergone extensive refurbishment to combine a traditional setting with modern facilities, including the £15m Student Hub.
The building includes lecture theatres, seminar and tutorial rooms, which are ideal for group discussions and one-to-one tuition, as well as IT resources and social learning spaces.
Modules
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LIT1020Ways of Reading (20 credits)
LIT1021Critical Theories (20 credits)
LIT1024Literary History (20 credits)
LNG1015The Sounds of English (20 credits)
LNG1016The Structure of English (20 credits)
LNG1017Studying English Language (20 credits)
Language modules, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, are available to study as an integral part of this degree. A single Language module can be studied instead of either LIT1024 Literary History or LNG1015 The Sounds of English.
Year 2
LNG2130History and Development of English (20 credits)
You will select five of the following modules. You must study a minimum of 40 credits of English Language modules and a minimum of 40 credits of English Literature modules as part of the 120 credits studied in total in Year 2 to ensure each discipline is covered in sufficient depth.
LIT2041Literature Dissertation Project (20 credits)
LIT2046Pilgrims Progress: British Children's Literature from the 18th Century to the Present Day (20 credits)
LIT2048Renaissance Drama (20 credits)
LIT2050Romanticism (20 credits)
LIT2051Special Author 1 (20 credits)
LIT2057Contemporary American Literature (20 credits)
LIT2059Special Topic 1 (20 credits)
LNG2128English Language Long Essay (20 credits)
LNG2131Introduction to Sociolinguistic Variation (20 credits)
LNG2132Language of Shakespeare and His Time (20 credits)
LNG2133Analysing Discourse (20 credits)
LNG2134Early English (600-1500) (20 credits)
LNG2135Phonetics and Phonology (20 credits)
LNG2136Modern English Structure and Usage (20 credits)
LNG2138Methodology (20 credits)
LNG2139Child Language Development (20 credits)
If you studied a Language module in Year 1, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 2. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional modules above.
Year 3
You will select a total of 120 credits from the following modules. You must study a minimum of 40 credits of English Language modules and a minimum of 40 credits of English Literature modules as part of the 120 credits studied in total in Year 3 to ensure each discipline is covered in sufficient depth.
LIT3039Literature Dissertation (40 credits)
LIT3040The Victorians At Work (20 credits)
LIT3042Modernisms (20 credits)
LIT3043Contemporary Literature in English (20 credits)
LIT3045Hosting a Literary Festival (20 credits)
LIT3049Special Author 2 (20 credits)
LIT3050Sexuality and Subversion (20 credits)
LIT3054Special Topic 2 (20 credits)
LNG3133Psycholinguistics (20 credits)
LNG3142Bilingualism (20 credits)
LNG3143An Introduction to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (20 credits)
LNG3144Beyond English (20 credits)
LNG3145Language and Identity (20 credits)
LNG3148Language Dissertation (40 credits)
LNG3151Historical Linguistics (20 credits)
LNG3152Forensic Linguistics (20 credits)
LNG3153Language, Gender and Sexuality (20 credits)
If you studied Language modules in Years 1 and 2, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 3. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional modules above.
Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.
In addition to the optional module choices listed above, it may be possible to apply to take an alternative 20 credit module in Year 2 and/or an alternative 20 credit module in Year 3 from outside the programme curriculum. Some restrictions on this elective module choice may apply.
Timetables
Timetables for your first week are normally available at the end of August prior to enrolment in September. You can expect to receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year during your first week. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week. Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
Typical offer 112-120 UCAS Tariff points, preferably to include A Level English or equivalent.
Example Offers
Some examples of how you can achieve 112-120 UCAS Tariff points are detailed below.
- A Level: BBC-BBB;
- BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications): Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM);
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 credits at Level 3, for example 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit or 24 credits at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.
Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
As long as you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as the Welsh Baccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven’t been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements, including details of alternative qualifications, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/offers.
EU students can get country-specific information about the University’s entry requirements and equivalent national qualifications at www.edgehill.ac.uk/eu.
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international for information on the entry criteria for overseas applicants.
English Language Requirements
International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.
If your current level of English is half a band lower, either overall or in one or two elements, you may want to consider our Pre-Sessional English course.
Are there any alternative ways to meet the entry requirements?
If you have the ability to study for a degree but lack the necessary qualifications or confidence, our Fastrack: Preparation for Higher Education course could be for you. This free, seven-week programme provides a great opportunity to enhance your study skills and subject knowledge and demonstrate that you are ready to study a particular subject with us, in lieu of achieving the UCAS Tariff points in the entry criteria.
Upon successful completion of a Fastrack course, you will be well placed to progress onto a corresponding Edge Hill University degree, although additional entry requirements may apply and the availability of specific programmes cannot be guaranteed. For more information, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/fastrack.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Edge Hill University recognises learning gained elsewhere, whether through academic credit and qualifications acquired from other relevant courses of study or through recognition of an individual’s professional and employment experience (also referred to as ‘experiential learning’).
Previous learning that is recognised in this way may be used towards meeting the entry requirements for a programme and/or for exemption from part of a programme. It is your responsibility to make a claim for recognition of prior learning. For guidance, please consult the University’s academic regulations (sections C7 and F3.1) or contact the faculty in which you are interested in studying.
Career Prospects
What are my career prospects?
Typical careers for English graduates include teaching (further training required), speech therapy (further training required), library work, media, journalism, arts administration, publishing, managerial work, public and voluntary sectors. Some graduates also progress onto further study and pursue an academic career.
How can I enhance my employability?
It is useful to consider, even before you apply, how you will spend your time while studying and make the most of your university experience.
Optional, additional activities may be available on this degree which could help to prepare you for a stimulating and rewarding career. These include:
- Sandwich Years – you may have the opportunity to apply to complete a sandwich year placement, usually as the third year of a four year degree, and gain highly relevant work experience;
- Erasmus+ and Study Abroad – you may have the opportunity to apply to spend time studying or working abroad, usually as the third year of a four year degree, enabling you to immerse yourself in a different culture;
- Learning a Language – you may be able to select language modules, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, as an integral part of your degree (for which you will gain academic credits). Alternatively, it may be possible to participate in Language Steps classes as additional study;
- Elective Modules – you may be able to apply to substitute one optional module in Year 2 and/or one optional module in Year 3 with alternative elective modules from outside the programme curriculum.
Please note, the availability of these additional activities cannot be guaranteed for all students. Depending on availability and the number of students wanting to participate, there may be a competitive application process for sandwich year placements or studying abroad opportunities or you may be required to secure a relevant placement yourself.
Finance
Tuition Fees
If you are a prospective UK or EU student who will be joining this undergraduate degree in academic year 2020/21, the tuition fee will be £9,250 per annum. Tuition fees for international students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2020/21 are £12,250 per annum.
The University may administer a small inflationary rise in tuition fees, in line with Government policy, in subsequent academic years as you progress through the course.
Financial Support
Subject to eligibility, UK and EU students joining this undergraduate degree can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK and EU students enrolling on the programme may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
For comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK and EU students joining this programme, together with details of how to apply for potential funding, please view our Money Matters 2020/21 guide at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfinance2020.
Financial support information for international students can be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.
Scholarships
Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships with a competitive application process for prospective full-time undergraduate students. These scholarships aren’t linked to academic success and celebrate determination, talent and achievement beyond your coursework, for instance in creativity, enterprise, ICT, performance, sport or volunteering.
Additional scholarships, which you may qualify to receive, reward outstanding grades and are available to eligible UK and EU students.
To find out more about scholarships, to assess your eligibility, and to meet some of our dedicated scholarship winners, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.
Apply
How to Apply
Apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.com.
Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyucas to find out more about the application process.
Further information for international students about how to apply is available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyinternational.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
Visit Us
If you are considering applying to study at Edge Hill University, the best way to gain an insight into student life is to discover our stunning campus for yourself by attending an open day. You can view dates and book your place at www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays.
Alternatively, if you are unable to attend an open day, you can find out more about all of our events for prospective students, including monthly campus tours, at www.edgehill.ac.uk/visitus.
Request a Prospectus
If you would like to explore our full range of degrees before you apply, you can order an undergraduate prospectus at www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradprospectus.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about this programme or what it’s like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:
- Course Enquiries
- Tel: 01695 657000
- Email: study@edgehill.ac.uk
International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email international@edgehill.ac.uk with any queries about overseas study.