University of the West of England
English Literature with Writing BA (Hons)
University of the West of England

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of English Literature with Writing BA (Hons) and other courses in literature in English at University of the West of England for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in literature in English.

Overall student satisfaction
93 /100
30 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in English Studies

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
Median salary £22000 £20000 £24500
25-75 percentile range £19500 - £26500 £17000 - £24000 £20000 - £30500


Salary of all UK Graduates of English Studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22685 £20368 £24203
25-75 percentile range £19753 - £26218 £15488 - £25125 £18208 - £30488

Course Description

BA(Hons) English Literature with Writing gives you the chance to explore English literary culture from the Renaissance to the present day, while developing and enhancing your writing - both creative and professional.

Refine your writing skills – focusing on areas such as advertising, marketing and PR, health and social issues, public service broadcasting, journalism and fiction. Learn from published writers and leading researchers in a collaborative and supportive community. Work with experts in the industry to hone your skills through feedback and advice.

You’ll study at Frenchay Campus and have plenty of opportunities to enjoy Bristol's vibrant culture, playing your part in a creative exchange between the University and the city.

Gain experience with our vibrant cultural partners such as the BBC, Watershed, the Arnolfini and local literary festivals and sharpen your skills writing for UWE Bristol student media. Publications include the Western Eye and Westworld, blogs such as UWE Bristol Lingo, and the English Society's Cellar Door magazine.

Your expertise in the written word is needed in every sector. You’ll have a wealth of experience writing for traditional and digital platforms, so you’ll be highly employable. A broad range of careers will be open to you – whether you’re interested in a career in marketing and communications, publishing, broadcasting, heritage or tourism.

Accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).

Accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of English Literature with Writing BA (Hons) at University of the West of England

25% Information Technology Professionals
15% Administrative occupations
15% Natural and social science professionals
15% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
10% Engineering professionals
10% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Finance Professionals
10% Other Health Professionals

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study English Literature with Writing, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

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
  • year 4

University Rankings

Positions of University of the West of England in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of the West of England in related subject specific rankings.

Languages & Literature

    • #63 
    • #75 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

See all 26 university rankings of University of the West of England

About University of the West of England

The University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) is a government funded research university situated in Bristol, with Frenchay Campus serving as its main campus in the civil parish of Winterbourne. The campus is 4 miles north of Bristol city centre, which takes around 20 minutes to reach via bus.

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Total:
30170
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Where is this programme taught

Frenchay Campus
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