Cambridge,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) English in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University
|
Cambridge United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,900
(c. USD21,293.44)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Delve into English language and literature to see how they mirror and shape culture, technology, and economics across different regions and historical eras. Gain versatile skills and knowledge applicable to diverse careers through our BA (Hons) English program in Cambridge. This degree exposes you to various texts—from traditional novels, poetry, and plays to theatrical performances, films, essays, and critical theory—enhancing your analytical reading and response abilities.
You'll also examine how English serves as a powerful communication tool, addressing global challenges like ideologies, cultural conflicts, social justice, equality, diversity, inclusion, and sustainability.
As an inherently interdisciplinary field, English studies deepen your grasp of history, politics, philosophy, religion, psychology, and more, offering a rich academic experience where you can cultivate specialized interests.
The course also lets you investigate topics from related disciplines such as writing, film, media, sociology, and politics.
Our program equips you with employer-valued skills like literacy, communication, critical analysis, problem-solving, research, and teamwork. With numerous optional modules, you can focus on specific interests—whether exploring genres like crime fiction or children's literature, digital publishing, journalism, or honing creative writing techniques.
Boost your employability by opting for a work placement year, studying abroad, or learning a new language via our Anglia Language Programme. We also assist with placements and integrate real-world projects into select modules.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
96 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent).
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
You may also be accepted to this course with an IELTS 5.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University, but will then be required to undertake additional compulsory free English language modules in your first year.
Alternatives
UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in a related subject are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted.
International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, related subjects are required.
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
You may also be accepted to this course with an IELTS 5.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University, but will then be required to undertake additional compulsory free English language modules in your first year.
Alternatives
UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in a related subject are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted.
International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, related subjects are required.
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
Tuition
GBP
15,900