English Literature BA (Hons)
Coventry University
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.1) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

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

location-pin
Location

Main Site

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP-25

time
Duration

3 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

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

Location

Main Site

Study mode

Full time

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

3 Years

SELECTED

Qualification

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

Location

Main Site

Study mode

Sandwich

Start date

SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

SELECT

Subjects

Select a subject


English
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


A level
SELECTED

Scottish Higher
SELECT

UCAS Tariff
SELECT

Access to HE Diploma
SELECT

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
SELECT

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
SELECT

Location

Select student location


England
SELECTED

Scotland
SELECT

Wales
SELECT

Northern Ireland
SELECT

Channel Islands
SELECT

Course info

Coventry University’s English Literature course offers you the opportunity to study literature of all periods from the Medieval to the present day.this course is designed for students with a passion for literature who want to further develop their knowledge of the major genres and periods of English literature, as well as explore anglophone writing and literature in translation from around the world.* Analyse the gothic, fantasy and speculative fictions, African-American literature, anglophone ...Read more

Coventry University’s English Literature course offers you the opportunity to study literature of all periods from the Medieval to the present day.this course is designed for students with a passion for literature who want to further develop their knowledge of the major genres and periods of English literature, as well as explore anglophone writing and literature in translation from around the world.* Analyse the gothic, fantasy and speculative fictions, African-American literature, anglophone world literatures, and literatures of the American West. * Discover a wide range of novels, plays and poetry from the ancient to the contemporary, and from the local (the Midlands in the UK) to the global.


Key course benefits

* There is a focus on your application of new and cutting-edge theories and ways to analyse texts. Such examples include posthumanism, ecocriticism and critical race theory. This is to help you generate new insights of your own, building on literary history and the interpretations of others. At Coventry, we want to inspire you to keep learning even after graduation.* Transferable skills are embedded in the course through innovative assessment methods. We move beyond the traditional essay and presentation formats to include digital and multimedia projects.* You will develop a dynamic online presence through the creation of an individual website, which will allow you to present prospective employers with an online portfolio of degree-level work.* You will have the opportunity to join a range of societies which aim to develop your interest in literature, film, and theatre, as well as promoting social events*.*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
95th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
67th
Literature in English
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 88 = 12% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
12%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
96%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Literature in English graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Literature in English graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
W
Waqar
27 Nov 23
D
Danish
27 Nov 23

This addressing which I am giving on Coventry University as well I am near to finish my degree. This was alright all views of people and some previous student. when they used..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 2)
Modules (Year 3)
Modules (Year 4)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

BBC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

CCD Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

29 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Specific A Level subjects not required

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

[1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed[2] May also include AS level and EPQ[3] Specific subject not required

The Access to HE Diploma. Plus GCSE English at grade 4 / C or above.

Any subject.

Specific BTEC subjects not required

Popular A-level subjects

Literature in English

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

English Literature
46%
English Language & Literature
32%
History
24%
Religious Studies & Theology
21%
Psychology
20%
HESA

Tuition fees

Students living in

England

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

UCAS/IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest English Literature reviews

English Literature
English Literature
D
Danish
27 Nov 23
English Literature MA
This addressing which I am giving on Coventry University as well I am near to finish my degree. This was alright all views of people and some previous student. when they used...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How English Literature students rated:

Student rating
( 4.6) 8 reviews
5 star
63%
4 stars
37%
3 stars
0%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.1) 1,295 reviews
5 star
34%
4 stars
49%
3 stars
14%
2 stars
2%
1 star
1%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

Coventry University
Coventry University , Coventry

Coventry University is a global, modern university with a mission to create better futures....

Student rating
( 4.1) View reviews
CUG ranking
67th
Coventry University
Priory Street Coventry Warwickshire CV1 5FB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Coventry  0.4 miles away

Similar courses at this uni

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate