Overview

Immerse yourself in a dynamic and supportive English (Hons) English programme from University of Plymouth that combines academic excellence with creative and professional development. Our small, friendly team offers personalised guidance, helping you tailor your degree through a wide range of optional modules in literary studies, creative writing, and interdisciplinary subjects across the school. You’ll learn from internationally recognised scholars and

This course is for you if...

you are passionate about the full spectrum of English literature

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you like to express yourself creatively and would relish the chance to experiment with your own writing

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you enjoy the freedom to shape your own academic journey – choosing modules that reflect your passions

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you are excited to build creative skills that employers value and aim for a rewarding career

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Gods, Monsters, and Heroes: Myths and Legends in Literature
Writing and the Modern World, 1600-1700
The Craft of Writing: Prose Fiction and Non-Fiction
Writing and the Modern World, 1700-1800
Rewritings: Contemporary Literature and its Histories
Victorian Literature and Culture

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 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

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Literature British Studies View 483 other Bachelors in Literature 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

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

UCAS tariff

104 - 112

A level : Typical offer will be 104 points from a minimum of 2 A levels, including A level English Language, Literature or Creative Writing, or a related subject (e.g., History, Philosophy, Film Studies, Sociology) at Grade B, excluding General Studies.
International Baccalaureate : 26–28 points overall. Typical offer will be 26 points overall including three subjects at Higher Level and English at grade 5 at Higher Level. If overseas and not studying English within IB, you must have IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5 in all elements.
18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma DMM.

Pass a named Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferably English, humanities or combined), with at least 33 credits at merit and/or distinction.

GCSE: Mathematics and English language grade C/4.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18150 GBP / year

≈ 18150 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time (Home) - £815per 10 credits.

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 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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