English and Philosophy BA (Hons)
University of Leeds
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of English and Philosophy BA (Hons) and other courses in English Studies (Non-Specific) at University of Leeds for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in English Studies (Non-Specific).
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in English Studies (Non-Specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of English Studies (Non-Specific) 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22500 | £25000 | £29000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £25500 | £21500 - £29000 | £24500 - £37000 |
All English Studies (Non-Specific) courses of University of Leeds
Salary of all UK Graduates of English Studies (Non-Specific)
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24407 | £22290 | £26494 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20404 - £28175 | £17053 - £27482 | £20012 - £33560 |
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Course Description
Engage with some of the world’s greatest writers and thinkers with this wide-ranging degree, which will allow you to explore the rich heritage of literature in English while considering important questions about how we see and understand the world.
You’ll study material that demonstrates how the study of English Literature and Philosophy are relevant to contemporary issues and concerns such as through race, gender, culture, or debates about oppression, equality, justice and international obligations.
Literature and philosophy both have an important role to play in explicating diverse ways of understanding the world, the experience of different peoples (in place and time), how our world is shaped and how it can be changed for the better.
Compulsory modules will enable you to explore poetry, prose and drama in English across historical periods while introducing you to central issues in philosophy and how to construct arguments. You’ll also build on this knowledge by choosing from an impressive range of optional modules, allowing you to pursue the topics that interest you.
From metaphysics to postcolonial literature, feminist philosophy to American fiction, and aesthetics to the language of the media, this degree offers a great opportunity to understand the development of human thought and its varied forms of cultural expression.
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 English and Philosophy BA (Hons) at University of Leeds
| 20% | Teaching Professionals |
| 15% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Media Professionals |
| 10% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Customer service occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
If Mathematics is not taken beyond GCSE, a grade 7, (or A) in GCSE Mathematics, or Core Mathematics grade B is essential
European Baccalaureate: 85% with 8.5 in English.
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. |
Costs
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)
- year 2
University Rankings
Positions of University of Leeds in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Leeds 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 University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is a government funded research university based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The main campus is situated approximately one mile north of Leeds city centre, and is also close to the popular student neighbourhoods of Hyde Park, Woodhouse, and Headingley.
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Student composition of University of Leeds
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Leeds by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 26410
- postgraduates:
- 10335
- Total:
- 36745
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
