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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Literature and History

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Literature and History course at University of East Anglia.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,A,B

including one of the subjects listed below Contextual offer: BBB including one of the subjects listed below: English Literature, English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology, Law.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
International£22,000 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: QV31

Here's what University of East Anglia says about its Literature and History course.

Overview Do you love learning about the past and the stories we tell ourselves about it? Do you want to know more about how fact and fiction interconnect? Do you want to bring the past and present together in new and innovative ways? Then join us on this dynamic History and English Literature degree!

Studying literature and history together will give you a unique window on the world. You'll be a sensitive literary reader of historical sources with a deep understanding of how social, cultural and political contexts shape the written word. You'll have the chance to explore topics from medieval history to contemporary fiction.

You'll begin your English and history degree by developing a foundation in both areas. As you progress, you'll be able to decide the balance between your two subjects. You might take an equal number of modules in both. Or you might start to specialise in one or the other according to your growing interests. Either way, inspirational and committed lecturers will support your learning in both subjects.

Your home will be the medieval city of Norwich: the 'City of Stories'. Norwich is a UNESCO City of Literature, rich in historical and cultural artefacts. It's also a lively cultural centre with a vibrant literary and performance community. You might find yourself attending an event at the National Centre for Writing or exploring astonishing historic documents at the Norfolk Record Office.

You'll graduate from your Literature and History degree as a skilled reader and a powerful communicator. You'll have the chance to attend specialist employability events like 'Working With Words'. You might take up job-related opportunities alongside your degree. Like joining UEA's award-winning student newspaper, Concrete! You'll have the adaptable skillset you need to embark upon a range of exciting careers. Our graduates now work in industries such as heritage, marketing, teaching and publishing.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

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

• History

• English literature

Start date

September 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

University of East Anglia reviews

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Based on 113 reviews from University of East Anglia's students and alumni
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
13%
2 star
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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...

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1 year ago

Foundation year student

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.

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1 year ago

Foundation year student

I havenu2019t had any issues but theyu2019re supportive and available when u need them

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1 year ago

Foundation year student

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

(5)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

My course is pretty relaxing at the moment as it contains a foundation year. Itu2019s pretty easy as it sets you into the basics of computer science. The lectures are easy to understand and follow the workload is manageable and you get support where itu2019s needed

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1 year ago

Foundation year student

My university was very welcoming and my lecturers were very supportive. I am part of 3 societies. Islamic, badminton and Malayali Society. Iu2019ve really enjoyed going to university in Norwich and getting used to living here has been a challenge but interesting.

(5)

1 year ago

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

The Literature and History course at University of East Anglia features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni

Literature in English
History

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

88%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

89%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

88%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

86%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

91%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

78%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

90%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

73%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

88%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

93%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

73%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

79%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

79%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

84%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

92%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

71%

low

How well organised is your course?

77%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

91%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

100%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

88%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

62%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

84%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

85%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

87%

high

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

92%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

71%

med

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

87%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

97%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

96%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

96%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

81%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

89%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

88%

med

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?

82%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

86%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

88%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

86%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

85%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

77%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

95%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

91%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

66%

low

How well organised is your course?

88%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

76%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

94%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

89%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

49%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

76%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

73%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

66%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

86%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

76%

med

Student information

The Literature and History course at University of East Anglia features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.

History
English literature
Mode of study
Full-time99%Part-time1%
Gender ratio
Female47%Male52%
Where students come from
International2%UK98%
Student performance
2:1 or above86%
First year dropout rate11%
Number of students490
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
HistoryB
English LiteratureB
Government and PoliticsC
PsychologyB
GeographyB
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female73%Male25%Other2%
Where students come from
International8%UK92%
Student performance
2:1 or above89%
First year dropout rate7%
Number of students690
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
English LiteratureB
HistoryB
PsychologyB
SociologyA
Drama and Theatre StudiesB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Literature and History course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of East Anglia graduates across each of those subject areas.

Literature in English
History

Graduate statistics

67%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

70%

Say it fits with future plans

65%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Business and public service associate professionals

13%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

11%

Teaching Professionals

9%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics

52%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

60%

Say it fits with future plans

35%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

17%

Business and public service associate professionals

16%

Administrative occupations

10%

Elementary occupations

10%

Teaching Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

The Literature and History course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of East Anglia graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.

English studies
History and archaeology

Earnings

£17.2k

First year after graduation

£23.7k

Third year after graduation

£26.8k

Fifth year after graduation

Earnings

£18.2k

First year after graduation

£24.1k

Third year after graduation

£27.4k

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 Literature and History.

Source: LEO

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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