Overview

The language element of our degree in English Language and Literature (Hons) from University of Greenwich will introduce you to the properties of English, from the structure of words and sentences to the use of language in society.

The literary aspect explores challenging texts and new ways of reading, tackling everything from drama and visual narratives to fiction and poetry. You can also study a foreign language, undertake a work placement, or develop the skills needed to follow a career in journalism.

What you should know about this course

This course features two core strands: language analysis (sound, meaning and use)

and English literature, where you study a range of texts and new ways of reading.

Discover new ways to read challenging texts, including drama and visual narratives, fiction and poetry.

You can study a foreign language or undertake a work placement.

Our teaching methods will help you develop your skills in data analysis, logical and critical thinking, and creative and presentation skills.

Career:

The skills you acquire through studying our courses will prepare you for careers in a wide range of industries and jobs. Graduates of this course have gone on to careers in teaching, translation and interpretation services, journalism, marketing, publishing and information technology, counselling, social work and forensics. There are also opportunities for human resources roles, where education and linguistics skills are highly valued. Some of these career options may require further study.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literary Forms of Representation

Language, Communication and Society

Meaning in Language

Clinical Linguistics

Forensic Linguistics

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Blackheath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies 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

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

Prepare for Your English Test

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Other requirements

General requirements

112 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.

Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met.

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Tuition Fees

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17975 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time

Home: £2,445 per 30 credits
International: £4,494 per 30 credits

Funding

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Overview

What you should know about this course

Career:

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Funding

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