History and English Literature with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
Liverpool John Moores University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Mount Pleasant Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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

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**Why study History and English Literature with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University?**- Taught by a passionate team of academics- 97% of students surveyed said academic support on our English courses was good or very good (National Student Survey 2024)- 94% of students surveyed said the teaching staff on our History courses were good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024)- Teaching from leading academics who have written scholarly works on topics ranging from ...Read more


Why study History and English Literature with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University?

- Taught by a passionate team of academics- 97% of students surveyed said academic support on our English courses was good or very good (National Student Survey 2024)- 94% of students surveyed said the teaching staff on our History courses were good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024)- Teaching from leading academics who have written scholarly works on topics ranging from American foreign policy to sport in the Soviet Union, through to Sherlock Holmes and Irish rock music- A broad range of module topics that includes Britain, Ireland, Europe, Japan and sub-Saharan Africa


About your course

Studying BA (Hons) History and English Literature at Liverpool John Moores University is designed to enable you to understand the past and present, and how that is captured in literature.This degree is inspired by and is firmly rooted in the city of Liverpool. It draws on the cultural, social, historical and literary context of the city across a range of modules, including 'Liverpool Legacies and Exploring History where students work with cultural partners and institutions across the city region, including the Museum of Liverpool, the Museum of Popular Music, the Tate, the Maritime Museum and Granby Winter Gardens. You will also be given extended, more formal opportunities to work with cultural partners and local businesses and schools to gain valuable work experience.The dual elements of the History and English Literature programme are complimentary, allowing students to study innovative topics and texts, following bespoke pathways through the programme which speak to your specific interests, be that Post-colonialism; the Victorians; or modern America. This distinctive programme encourages students to become a part of a vibrant community of students, post-graduate researchers and staff, to develop their own academic interests, and to prepare for next steps after graduation.


Foundation Year

The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the interest and ability to study for a degree, but do not have the qualifications to enter directly onto the History and English Literature honours degree programme yet. Once you pass the Foundation Year you will progress directly onto the first year of the honours degree. If you are a full-time UK student, you will qualify for student financial support for the full duration of your course (subject to eligibility criteria).

Key stats

English
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
81st
English Studies (Non-Specific)
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 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
English Studies (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK English Studies (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£17,000
History
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 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
91%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
History graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK History graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
H
Hellen
07 Oct 24

It's my first week and so far it has been splendid..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
02 Jan 20

it’s been very positive, i’ve felt supported and welcomed at LJMU. my tutors are friendly as well as professional and i have room to grow academically, i feel as if i have a lot..Read more

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A level

A level:

DDD - CDD Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

72 - 80 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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

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Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

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Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications

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Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

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Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Popular A-level subjects

English Studies (Non-Specific)

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

English Literature
54%
English Language & Literature
37%
English Language
30%
History
27%
Psychology
19%
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History

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

Psychology
48%
History
37%
English Literature
21%
Sociology
19%
English Language & Literature
15%
HESA

Tuition fees

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England

£5,760 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£5,760 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£5,760 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£5,760 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£17,750 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 International

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£17750 Per year

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07 Oct 24
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02 Jan 20
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it’s been very positive, i’ve felt supported and welcomed at LJMU. my tutors are friendly as well as professional and i have room to grow academically, i feel as if i have a lot...
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