Overview

The English Literature (Hons) at The University of Winchester offers an expansive exploration of the written word, ranging from historical classics to contemporary cultural debates. Students engage with a diverse curriculum designed to sharpen analytical skills and foster a deep understanding of how literature shapes and reflects the world around us.

Why English Literature (Hons) at The University of Winchester?

Benefit from small class sizes that ensure individual attention and a supportive learning environment.
Join a thriving literary research culture led by expert academic staff who are active in contemporary critical debates.
Access opportunities to study abroad at partner institutions in Canada or the United States of America.
Take advantage of the "Pre-approved for a Masters" scheme, providing a direct pathway to postgraduate study upon graduation.
The university ranks in the top 25 in the UK for graduates in employment or further study according to the 2024 Graduate Outcomes Survey.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 16700 per year
National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to provide a firm foundation in literary research before moving into specialised thematic areas and independent projects. Modules may include:

Year 1

World Literature
Context and Intertext
Studying English Literature
Critical Theory

Year 2

Renaissance to Enlightenment
Romanticism
Modern to Postmodern
Victorian Literature
Children's Literature and Young Adult Fiction

Year 3

Dissertation
Fantasy and Science Fiction
Literature and Film
Women's Writing
Globalisation and Contemporary Fiction

Careers with English Literature (Hons)

Graduates of this programme develop highly transferable skills in evaluative research, self-discipline, and effective spoken communication. These attributes allow alumni to excel in a variety of professional fields beyond the arts. Former students have successfully secured roles in the following areas:

Teaching and Lecturing
Journalism and Writing
Publishing and Production
Acting and the Creative Arts
Media and Communications

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Critical Reading

English Studies

Early English Texts and Contexts

Poetry

Transatlantic Narratives

America and Americanisation

The Literatures and Cultures of the Black Atlantic

American Genres

Fictional Writing

Scriptwriting

Creative Non-Fiction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Winchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Literature British Studies View 278 other Bachelors in British Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

104-112 UCAS tariff points

Our offers are typically made using UCAS tariff points to allow you to include a range of level 3 qualifications and as a guide, the requirements for this course are equivalent to:

A-Levels: BCC-BBC from 3 A Levels or equivalent grade combinations (e.g. BBC is comparable to ABD in terms of tariff points)
BTEC/CTEC: DMM from BTEC or Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications
International Baccalaureate: To include a minimum of 2 Higher Level certificates at grade H4
T Level: Pass (C or above on the core) in a T Level
GCSEs in Mathematics and English Language at grade 4 or C, or higher. Functional Skills at level 2 is accepted as an alternative, however Key Skills qualifications are not.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16700 GBP / year

≈ 16700 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Winchester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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