English Language and Literature BA (Hons)
University of Leeds
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of English Language and Literature BA (Hons) at University of Leeds for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in English Language.
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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 English Language 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 | £24500 | £25000 | £30000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £28000 | £20000 - £30000 | £24000 - £38500 |
All Literature in English courses of University of Leeds
Salary of all UK Graduates of Literature in English
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23210 | £21481 | £25571 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20112 - £26281 | £16638 - £26207 | £19466 - £31675 |
All Literature in English courses in the UK
Course Description
Explore the English language, its literary heritage, significance and future in a diverse and research-intensive learning environment. Learn how words work to shape the world around us and express human experience.
Throughout this course, you’ll explore richly diverse literary texts across different genres, including fiction, poetry and drama, and will see these in the context of a variety of historical periods, places and cultures. You’ll consider how and why these texts are produced, read, and understood and analyse the impact of their creativity and power.
You’ll select topics from various modules covering language and literary topics in English from the Middle Ages to today. In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to work with expert tutors with a wide range of research interests and develop your digital and communication skills.
The School of English supports a vibrant community of researchers and creative practitioners. It is home to the Leeds Poetry Centre, and we regularly host readings and talks by well-known and emerging contemporary writers.
The School also produces a literary magazine, Stand, and publishes the best in new creative writing.
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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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of English Language and Literature BA (Hons) at University of Leeds
| 20% | Elementary occupations |
| 20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 15% | Finance Professionals |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 5% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Protective service occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | 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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- #13
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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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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “English Language”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
