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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
English Literature
University of East Anglia
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the English Literature course at University of East Anglia.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,B
including English Literature, or one of the subjects listed below Contextual offer: BBB including English Literature, or one of the subjects listed below: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology or Law
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of East Anglia. These students are taking English Literature or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Literature | A |
| History | B |
| Psychology | C |
| Drama and Theatre Studies | A |
| English Language and Literature | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: Q300
Here's what University of East Anglia says about its English Literature course.
Overview
Do you feel excited when you see the words ‘Chapter One’? Do you want to discover how storytelling has shaped the world from ancient times to today? Are you ready to express your ideas with confidence, creativity, and originality? Then join our BA English Literature degree at UEA in the beautiful and historic city of Norwich, famous as the City of Stories.
Based in UEA’s renowned School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing, this course offers exceptional flexibility, giving you the freedom to follow your own literary interests. You’ll gain a strong foundation in writing from across periods, cultures, and genres. Our expert tutors bring a wide range of specialisms from medieval literature to contemporary fiction and will support you in deepening your understanding of the authors and books you already love, while inspiring you to discover new voices and texts you’ve yet to encounter.
Our modules are assessed entirely through coursework and our passionate and knowledgeable lecturers will support you in honing your critical writing and analytical skills. In seminars, you’ll take part in engaging and supportive group discussions, while guided learning exercises outside the classroom will support your studies. Throughout the course, you’ll gain a fresh and confident understanding of how to work with words – both your own and those of others.
Norwich has been home to ground-breaking writers and readers for centuries. From Julian of Norwich – the first woman to write a book in English – to award-winning UEA alumni like Sir Kazuo Ishiguro. As an English Literature student, you'll immerse yourself in this thriving literary scene. You'll have access to unique resources like UEA's British Archive for Contemporary Writing. You'll be able to go to literary events or publishing fairs at the world-renowned National Centre for Writing. It's no wonder Norwich became England's first UNESCO City of Literature!
Our English Literature degree will make you a skilled reader and a confident, compelling communicator. Alongside your studies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore your career aspirations. You might write for UEA’s award-winning student newspaper, Concrete, or get involved with the student-led publishing imprint, Eggbox. You can attend our annual careers event, 'Working With Words'. You'll graduate ready to take the skills you've learned into a whole range of fulfilling careers. Recent graduates have succeeded in industries including publishing, journalism, teaching, heritage and marketing.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Source: University of East Anglia
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
Location
Main Site | Norwich
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• English literature
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| International | £23,100 per year |
University of East Anglia student reviews
Showing 110 reviews
Unknown year
2 years ago
Overall id say that the inversity is okay, the course is good however the lectuerers arent the best and often times lectures feel quite pointless. Things cost a lot here too, with the laundrette and shop being very overpriced making it hard to budget money easily. However, the camous looks quite nic...
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Uni life is very fun. You get to spend time with your friends and they're always there so you don't get bored. Norwich is a very average city but again you get used to it and it's also very historic
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Cost of living is hard personally but you get used to it. It depends on how you manage your money
Foundation year student
2 years ago
The student union are there all the time and are very supportive. They practically run the university and make it seem amazing. They run events almost every day and week and make the uni thrive.
Foundation year student
2 years ago
I haven't had any issues but they're supportive and available when u need them
Foundation year student
2 years ago
Accommodation is definitely good and like a hotel. The library is open 24/7 and the campus kitchen has very good food. My room is amazing I opted for en suite room which is better than others. We share a kitchen which is ok as it can get dirty quickly. But other than that all is good
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East Anglia
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of East Anglia students who took the English Literature course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
92%
med
Teaching on my course
92%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
96%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
92%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
93%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
low
Learning opportunities
82%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
85%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
90%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
88%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
66%
low
Assessment and feedback
80%
low
Assessment and feedback
80%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
89%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
88%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
79%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
77%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
69%
low
Academic support
92%
med
Academic support
92%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
90%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
93%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
77%
med
How well organised is your course?
80%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
Learning resources
92%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
95%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
80%
med
Student voice
80%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
69%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
81%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
89%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
74%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
72%
low
Student information
See who's studying at University of East Anglia. These students are taking English Literature or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of East Anglia graduates who took English Literature - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.1k
First year after graduation
£25.6k
Third year after graduation
£27.7k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to English Literature.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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