
Overview
Study the full range of English Literature, alongside the society and literature of the classical world. Embrace the diversity of Greek and Roman culture, drawing together literature, drama, myth, religion, history, philosophy and art. By studying Classical Literature and Civilisation as a Joint Honours degree with English Literature, you will be given a strong foundation in all major periods and genres and will be able to specialise in areas ranging from medieval poetry to twenty-first century digital literary culture. You will also have the opportunity to take our specialist second-year undergraduate Shakespeare module and the possibility of participating in our residential trip in Stratford-upon-Avon.
In your Classical studies, explore the classical civilisations of Greece and Rome as well as the cultures of Ancient Egypt, Western Asia and the Byzantine Empire. Work with the plays, poems and speeches that have come down to us from antiquity, and study the monument, religion and mythology that make up classical civilisation.
Career
Studying the English and Classical Literature and Civilisation (Hons) degree course at University of Birmingham is an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a diverse cultural, textual and linguistic discipline, but also to develop skills in intellectual analysis, critical thinking and articulate expression.
You will acquire practical skills during your degree that you will find just as useful in your future career including oral presentation, professional documentation, group work and the uses of information technology. These skills last a lifetime and qualify you for many possible careers.
The graduates have started careers with employers including the BBC, Headline Publishing Group, Mirror Group Newspapers, The National Trust and Oxford University Press, as well as media companies, educational institutions, local councils, charities, museums, and cultural and heritage organisations. Many graduates also pursue postgraduate study to specialise in an academic area, or prepare for careers such as law and teaching.
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Courses include:
- The Greek World
- The Roman World
- Classics in the 20th and 21st Centuries
- Greek
- Latin
- Prose
- Poetry
- Reading English
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
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We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Number of A levels required: 3
- Typical offer: ABB
- IB Diploma: 6,5,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall.
- BTEC qualifications
- English Proficiency
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21780 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21780 GBP per year during 48 months. -
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9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 48 months.
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