Overview

Combine performance and practice in theatre with the study of literary worlds and writers - from the medieval to the contemporary. Study storytelling through performance and literature, and learn to engage audiences through a variety of forms with the Drama and English Literature (Hons) course offered by the University of Birmingham .

Careers

You will develop fantastic skills for your future career, such as presentation delivery, confidence, communication, teamwork, intellectual analysis, critical thinking and articulate expression.

These are skills that last a lifetime and qualify you for many possible careers. The graduates can be found in roles such as:

Journalist

Copywriter

Marketing manager

Teacher

Publisher

Technician

Drama therapist

Videographer

Lawyer

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Engaging Performance

Production Skills

Studio Practice

English in the World

Poetry

Prose

Reading English

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

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UK deadline: 14 January

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Literature Drama 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

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Level

AAB or equivalent. A Level English Literature or English Language and Literature is required.

IB Diploma

6,6,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall, including higher level English Literature or English Language and Literature.

BTEC qualificationsBTEC subjects accepted: Performing Arts, Performing Arts (Acting), Performing Arts: Dance, Performing Arts: Musical Theatre, Production Arts, Media, Audio/Visual Production, Art and Design, Creative Media Production, Creative Digital Media.BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.

BTEC Diploma: DD, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.

BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A level, including the required subject/s mentioned above.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24480 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 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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Credits

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Disciplines

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General requirements

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