Film and Television Studies/English Literature BA (Hons)
Aberystwyth University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 40 graduates of Film and Television Studies/English Literature BA (Hons) and other courses in Literature in English at Aberystwyth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Literature in English.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Literature in English
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Literature in English at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £18500 | £18000 | £21500 |
25-75 percentile range | £15000 - £25000 | £14000 - £22500 | £17000 - £27000 |
All Literature in English courses of Aberystwyth University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Literature in English
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21851 | £19282 | £22935 |
25-75 percentile range | £19011 - £25288 | £14684 - £24048 | £17422 - £28947 |
All Literature in English courses in the UK
Course Description
The joint honours degree in Film and Television Studies/ English Literature at Aberystwyth University provides exciting and diverse opportunity to explore a variety of forms and genres. Under the expert guidance of a team of award-winning writers, you will develop creative skills that will enable you to work confidently and effectively in a whole host of styles that are valued and widely sought by employers. In addition, your Film and Television studies will provide a complementary set of knowledge and skills which will further enhance your employability prospects and interests.
You will find your degree programme both demanding and rewarding. Our aim is to stimulate, encourage and challenge your creativity, ensuring that by the end of your degree you will have not only a portfolio of exceptional creative material but also the skills and attributes to flourish in any workplace that demands dexterity with the written word.
You will be taught and mentored by staff who are distinguished practising writers and published authors across a broad spectrum of literary fields. You will be encouraged to develop your creative and critical writing skills. You will be encouraged to expand your range and capabilities as a writer to enable you to work confidently in a variety of forms and genres.
In your final year you will have the opportunity to take part in a writing retreat at a country house in mid Wales - an amazing opportunity to spend time with fellow students and staff, developing your final year projects and dissertations, in a splendid rural setting.
Aberystwyth is the home to one of the biggest libraries in the world, the National Library of Wales. This copyright institution receives a copy of every book published in the UK. The department is home to New Welsh Review, Wales’ foremost literary magazine - this could be an exciting opportunity for you to get involved.
As a student in the department of English and Creative Writing, you can explore studying in one of many partnered Universities across Europe and the rest of the World or complete a year in industry (YES) and develop the skills and contact leads that will give you the head start in the competitive job market. A degree in English Literature is the “gold standard” for any employment setting where communication is valued. All of our modules deliver key skills that enable you to build a comprehensive C.V. that evidences your diverse range of competencies.
Our graduates have been successful across the widest possible range of career destinations: Broadcasting; Journalism; Advertising; Publishing; Education; Civil Service; Business; Finance; New Media.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Film and Television Studies/English Literature BA (Hons) at Aberystwyth University
25% | Elementary occupations |
15% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Caring personal services |
5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
0% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
0% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Literature in English
All Literature in English courses of Aberystwyth University
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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Cambridge English Advanced | ||
Cambridge English Proficiency | ||
IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With minimum 5.5 in each component. |
PTE Academic | 62 | With minimum scores of 51 in each component. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | With minimum scores in components as follows: Listening 21; Writing 21; Reading 22; Speaking 23. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Film and Television Studies/English Literature BA (Hons)
England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
EU | £16520 | year 1 |
International | £16520 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards.
Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Aberystwyth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Aberystwyth University in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University (Aber) was founded in 1872 in Aberystwyth, Wales. This university has earned itself an impressive array of awards in various domains, including in teaching standards and post-graduate employability. Whether you enjoy walking by the beach or visiting the historic town centre, Aberystwyth is a superb option for those students looking for a quiet place to focus on their academic goals.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023