Birmingham,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) English Literature with Shakespeare Studies in Birmingham United Kingdom | University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
|
Birmingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
22,860
(c. USD30,614.34)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Explore the legendary works of William Shakespeare in his birthplace while pursuing a BA in English Literature with a Shakespeare specialization at the University of Birmingham. You'll develop an appreciation for writing across all literary forms through diverse critical lenses, with a focus on Shakespeare's works throughout your studies. Our globally recognized faculty provide expertise in a vast array of literary fields spanning from ancient texts to contemporary works, including:
Anglo-Saxon literature
Shakespearean studies
Gothic fiction
Fantasy and fan culture
Dystopian narratives
Poetic traditions
Feminine authorship
Youth literature
This program combines a rigorous English Literature curriculum at a prestigious Russell Group university with specialized study of Shakespeare's plays and poetry, examining their various interpretations and adaptations. Benefit from exceptional Shakespearean research resources through our renowned Shakespeare Institute and partnerships with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Number of A levels required:
3
Typical offer:
AAB
Required subjects and grades:
A level English Literature (English Language and Literature A level also accepted).
General Studies:
Not accepted.
IB Diploma:
6,6,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall, to include Literature or Literature and Language at HL 5.
BTEC qualifications:
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.
BTEC Diploma: DD, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A level, including the required subject/s mentioned above.
TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.
3
Typical offer:
AAB
Required subjects and grades:
A level English Literature (English Language and Literature A level also accepted).
General Studies:
Not accepted.
IB Diploma:
6,6,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall, to include Literature or Literature and Language at HL 5.
BTEC qualifications:
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.
BTEC Diploma: DD, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.
BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A level, including the required subject/s mentioned above.
TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.
Tuition
GBP
22,860