London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) English and Classical Studies in Egham United Kingdom | Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway, University of London
|
Egham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,800
(c. USD31,873.2)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
This Joint Honours program blends English and Classical Studies, allowing you to explore English literature alongside ancient Greek and Roman culture and texts (taught through English translations).
The English component spans from Beowulf to contemporary Booker Prize winners, covering the complete historical spectrum of English literature while staying current with modern developments - including opportunities for creative writing.
You'll examine foundational English works, deepen your Shakespearean knowledge, appreciate Renaissance masterpieces, explore 18th century perspectives, and investigate Victorian literature. The flexible curriculum ensures comprehensive knowledge of major periods, genres, authors, and concepts while offering diverse electives. Options include studying Modernist and Postmodernist movements, American literature, literary theory, creative writing workshops, and contemporary global English literatures.
Duration: 3 years full-time study
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A Levels: AAB-ABB
Required subjects:
A-level in English Literature or English Literature and Language
At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics.
IB - 6,5,5 at Higher Level, including an Essay-based subject at 5 with a minimum of 32 points overall
The scores we require
IELTS: 7.0 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.
TOEFL iBT: 97 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 26.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE IV.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.
Required subjects:
A-level in English Literature or English Literature and Language
At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics.
IB - 6,5,5 at Higher Level, including an Essay-based subject at 5 with a minimum of 32 points overall
The scores we require
IELTS: 7.0 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.
TOEFL iBT: 97 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 26.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE IV.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.
Tuition
GBP
23,800