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This program offers you the chance to explore English alongside another language. The English Department boasts world-class authors and scholars, fostering a vibrant academic atmosphere that combines support with intellectual rigor. Manchester's rich cultural connections provide an ideal setting to establish creative networks for your career. The curriculum offers a contemporary take on literature, examining drama, fiction, and poetry from the 1600s to today—blending classic works with modern perspectives. The flexible structure allows you to tailor your studies, with options including creative writing, film studies, or exploring literature from regions like the Americas, Africa, and Asia. You'll also deepen your expertise in a modern language of your choice—French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, or Japanese—enhancing both communication skills and cultural understanding. Career opportunities Graduates develop versatile skills applicable to diverse fields, from media and education to translation. Language proficiency gives candidates a competitive advantage, opening doors in global business and diplomacy. Alumni have secured roles across industries worldwide, including education, finance, and publishing. The degree also serves as a foundation for advanced study in areas like linguistics, literature specialization, or creative writing at the postgraduate level.
104-112
UCAS tariff points
GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM
Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM
T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer
IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 26 or minimum 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. 
A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. 
AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications.
Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry
6.0 overall with no individual element below 5.5 There’s further information for international students on our international website if you’re applying with non-UK qualifications.