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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Main Site
Sandwich
Sep 2026
5 Year
Explore English literature from medieval legends to modern crime fiction. Shape your own experience, study creatively and benefit from close support. Gain critical thinking, communication and research skills valued by employers.
A degree you designChoose from a wide range of modules in literary studies and creative writing, or branch out into specialist subjects across the school to shape a degree that reflects your interests and career goals.
Career-ready learningGain hands-on experience through vocational modules, internships, and an optional placement year. Graduate with the skills employers seek.
Rich culture and communityBenefit from Plymouth’s partnerships with local arts and culture institutions, such as The Box, Theatre Royal, and the Charles Causley Trust, giving you rich opportunities to engage with literature beyond the classroom.
This course is for you if...- you are passionate about the full spectrum of English literature - you like to express yourself creatively and would relish the chance to experiment with your own writing - you enjoy the freedom to shape your own academic journey – choosing modules that reflect your passions - you are excited to build a foundation for a rewarding career and develop creative skills that employers value.
Accomodation- Room type – standard en suite (288): Cost: 199 per week. Total annual rent: 8,159 (for a 41-week licence).