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AwardDegree of Bachelor of Arts

UCAS Course CodeVQ5A

Typical OfferABB (specific subject requirements apply)

Contextual OfferBBC (specific subject requirements apply)

Course Length4 years

Course Start DateSeptember 2027

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Course Overview

Why BA English Literature and Philosophy with a Year Abroad at UEA?

English Literature and Philosophy explore profound questions about what it means to be human. This degree builds powerful critical thinking, analytical and communication skills valued across many careers. Spend your third year studying abroad.

Why choose UEA?

Study abroad: Gain valuable international experience with a year studying abroad

Sharpen your voice: Tailor your studies to your passions in small, interactive seminars, developing confident, independent thinking skills

City of Stories: UEA is home to the UK's most renowned creative writing programme, in England's first UNESCO City of Literature

What is BA English Literature and Philosophy with a Year Abroad?

To study English Literature and Philosophy at UEA is to explore life's biggest questions through two of humanity's most powerful ways of thinking. Your degree will be shaped by your curiosity, as you discover which texts, traditions and problems speak most to you.

You'll learn to read closely and argue precisely, moving between philosophical analysis and literary interpretation with confidence. From year two, you'll follow your passions, choosing from modules that reflect the full breadth of both disciplines.

In year three, you’ll study abroad at one of our exciting partner universities across the globe. Experience a new culture, broaden your academic perspective and develop valuable global skills.

You'll develop the clarity, critical voice and independence of thought that employers across every sector value. Norwich's vibrant literary scene and UEA's unique creative and philosophical community, will enrich your studies throughout.

Year Abroad

You’ll spend your third year at one of UEA's partner universities across the world, from the ancient philosophy traditions of Japan to the literary scenes of Europe, or the academic powerhouses of North America. All our partners offer courses in your subjects taught in English.

Where Could You Go?

Asia: Japan, Hong Kong

Europe: Multiple destinations

Americas: USA, Canada, Latin America

Australia

Why Study Abroad? A year abroad transforms both your academic experience and your future prospects. You'll:

Experience different approaches to philosophy and literature

Build international friendships and networks

Develop independence and cultural awareness

Add a distinctive element to your CV that employer's value

Good to Know:

Partner university places vary each year, so flexibility about destinations helps

You'll need to achieve 55% average across your first two years

Can switch to the 3-year course at any time if your plans change

Want to explore specific destinations and opportunities?

Check out study abroad.

Career Pathways

With BA English Literature and Philosophy with a Year Abroad, you could develop a career as a:

Editor: Work with authors to shape manuscripts, develop ideas and prepare books or articles for publication

Journalist: Research and write stories that analyse events, ideas and culture for newspapers, magazines, or digital media

Teacher: Inspire students to think critically about literature, philosophy and the big questions shaping society

Solicitor: Use analytical reasoning and persuasive writing to advise clients and prepare legal cases

Arts Curator: Develop exhibitions and cultural programmes that explore literature, ideas and human experience

Career Support

Work closely with your tutors as you develop the critical, analytical and communication skills that today's employers seek. Identify and shape your career ambitions with personalised guidance from UEA's dedicated Career Central. Through one-to-one appointments, employer events and professional development workshops, you'll build strong, competitive applications. You'll also have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through placements and internships.

After the Course

Your English Literature and Philosophy degree is a gateway to careers where rigorous thinking and clear communication are invaluable. Many graduates go on to postgraduate study in law, creative writing, or philosophy, opening doors to new professions. You'll also be well-positioned to pursue a Master's degree or PhD in either discipline or a related field. Our graduates have built successful careers in publishing, journalism, teaching and the creative industries.

Study and Modules

Year 1Year 2Year AbroadYear 4

Structure

This four-year degree is designed to help you explore life's biggest questions through two of humanity's most powerful ways of thinking, developing the critical, analytical and communication skills that a wide range of careers demand.

In your first year, you'll build strong foundations across both disciplines, discovering how writers and philosophers across history have approached questions about human nature, meaning and experience. You'll develop essential skills in close reading, critical analysis and philosophical argument, learning to spot philosophical ideas in literary works and appreciate the literary craft in philosophical texts. Regular academic advising will help you shape your path through the degree and connect your growing interests across both subjects.

Compulsory Modules

THE MEANING OF LIFE

MODERN READINGS IN PHILOSOPHY

PHILOSOPHY OF SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION

READING NOW

CLASSIC READINGS IN PHILOSOPHY

EPIC STORYTELLING AND ANCIENT MYTH

Important Information

Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.

Your second year deepens your engagement with both disciplines and introduces a unique integrated module, taught by experts from literature and philosophy, that uncovers fascinating connections between the two fields. You'll have greater flexibility to follow your own curiosity, choosing from options spanning existentialism, aesthetics, medieval writing, critical theory and contemporary fiction. You can also broaden your studies by taking modules in other disciplines or gain professional experience through a workplace placement.

RELIGION AND WORLD PHILOSOPHIES FOR SECOND YEARS

LITERATURE AND PHILOSOPHY

Optional A Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 40)

MIND AND LANGUAGE FOR SECOND YEARS

WESTERN POLITICAL THOUGHT

Optional B Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 40)

KNOWLEDGE SCIENCE AND PROOF FOR SECOND YEARS

PHILOSOPHY OF ARTIFICAL INTELLIGENCE (LEVEL 5)

EXISTENTIAL PHILOSOPHIES (SECOND YEAR MODULE)

Optional C Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 40)

CRITICAL THEORY AND PRACTICE

THE SHORT STORY (AUT)

EARLY MODERN WRITING 1600-1740: THE MAKING OF ENGLISH LITERATURE (PRE-1789)

MODERNISM: THE ART OF EXPERIMENT

Optional D Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 40)

PHI SEMESTER ABROAD MODULE

CONTEMPORARY FICTION

SHAKESPEARE (PRE-1789)

ARTS AND HUMANITIES PLACEMENT MODULE

READING AND WRITING CONTEMPORARY POETRY

Optional G Modules (Min Credits: 0, Max Credits: 40)

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I - A2+ CEFR

BEGINNERS' FRENCH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I - A2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' ARABIC II

BEGINNERS' FRENCH II - A2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I

BEGINNERS' ARABIC I

BEGINNERS RUSSIAN I (SPRING START)

BEGINNERS' ITALIAN II - A2 CEFR

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I

BEGINNERS' SPANISH II - A2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' FRENCH I - A1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' RUSSIAN I - A1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' GERMAN I - A1.1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' GERMAN I (SPRING START) - A1 CEFR

ADVANCED ENGLISH II - B2 CEFR

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE II

BEGINNERS' SPANISH I - A1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' ARABIC I (SPRING START)

BEGINNERS' RUSSIAN II - A2 CEFR

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE II

INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II - B1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I (SPRING START)

INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II - B1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' ITALIAN I - A1 CEFR

INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I (SPRING START)

BEGINNERS' SPANISH I - A1 CEFR (SPRING START)

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II B1 CEFR

BEGINNERS' GERMAN II - A1.2 CEFR

ADVANCED ENGLISH I

INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I - A2+ CEFR

In your third year, you'll study at one of our partner institutions across the globe. This is a remarkable opportunity to encounter literature and philosophy from a new cultural perspective, develop greater independence and confidence and bring an international dimension to your degree that will make your graduate profile stand out.

ARTS AND HUMANITIES YEAR ABROAD MODULE

Your fourth and final year gives you the freedom to shape your studies around your deepest interests, choosing advanced modules from both literature and philosophy, or shifting the balance toward your preferred discipline. The year culminates in an optional dissertation, developed one-to-one with a supervisor, where you can focus on literature, philosophy, or an original topic that bridges both disciplines.

MIND AND LANGUAGE FOR THIRD YEARS

ETHICS FOR THIRD YEARS

Optional A Modules (Credits: 30)

IMAGINARY ENDINGS: BRITISH FICTION AND THE APOCALYPSE

THE ART OF MURDER

DISSERTATION OR SPECIAL SUBJECT I

BETTER WORLDS? UTOPIAS AND DYSTOPIAS

WRITING CONSCIOUSNESS: STYLE AND MODERNIST FICTION

Optional B Modules (Credits: 30)

SHAKESPEARE'S DRAMATIC WORLDS (PRE-1789)

BANNED BOOKS

EXISTENTIAL PHILOSOPHIES (THIRD YEAR MODULE)

ENVIRONMENTAL THINKING FOR THIRD YEARS

DISSERTATION OR SPECIAL SUBJECT II

PHILOSOPHY MEETS THE ARTS (THIRD YEAR MODULE)

Teaching and Learning, and Assessment

Teaching and Learning

Teaching combines interactive lectures, small-group seminars and workshops, delivered by research-active literary scholars and philosophers. Carefully curated reading lists and bespoke learning materials support your independent study between sessions. A unique integrated module in year two is taught collaboratively by experts from both disciplines. Regular academic advising and formative tasks help you reflect on your progress and develop across both fields.

In year one, extra workshop hours help you transition confidently into university-level close reading and philosophical analysis.

In year two, seminars become more discussion-led, with integrated teaching that draws out the connections between both disciplines.

In year three, you'll study at a partner university, choosing the modules which will enhance your academic portfolio.

In year four, teaching is shaped around your chosen advanced modules and independent research project.

Assessment

The course uses a wide range of formats to help you develop and demonstrate the skills employers value most. You'll benefit from formative assessments throughout, giving you ongoing feedback before summative work is due. Summative formats include essays, presentations and close reading exercises drawn from both literary and philosophical traditions.

In year one, assessments build your confidence in both philosophical argument and literary analysis.

In year two, you'll tackle more complex essays and integrated tasks that draw on both disciplines simultaneously.

In year three, you’ll complete a series of assessments at the partner university of your choice.

In year four, you may choose to write a dissertation, developed one-to-one with a supervisor, on a topic spanning literature, philosophy, or both.

Entry Requirements

UKInternational

This course is open to

UK and International fee-paying students. Choose UK or International above to see relevant information. The entry point is in September each year.

We welcome and value a wide range of qualifications, and we recognise that some students might take a mixture of different qualifications. We have listed typical examples that we accept for entry.

You should hold or be working towards the specified English and Mathematics requirements and one of the examples of typical entry qualifications listed below. If your qualifications aren’t listed, or if you are taking a combination of qualifications that isn’t specified, please contact Admissions.

English and Mathematics

All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4.

In place of Mathematics GCSE we can also consider Functional Skills Level 2 Mathematics.

We accept a wide range of English Language qualifications, please see our English Language equivalencies(opens in a new window) page.

Contextual Offers

UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes(opens in a new window).

Typical UK Entry Requirements

A levels

ABB including English Literature or one of the subjects listed below.

Contextual offer: BBC including English Literature or one of the subjects listed below.

Acceptable Subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology or Law.

Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM plus B at A-Level English Literature or one of the subjects listed below.

Contextual offer: DMM plus B at A-Level English Literature or one of the subjects listed below.

Combinations of BTEC and A levels

BTEC in Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration are all excluded from our BTEC offers

Access to HE Diploma

Access to Humanities & Social Sciences Pathway. Pass Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3

Contextual offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and pass in 15 credits at Level 3

T levels

Not accepted

Further Examples of Typical Entry Requirements

International Baccalaureate

32 points overall including 5 in HL English, History, Global Politics or Psychology.

Irish Leaving Certificate

3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 including English Literature or one of the following subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology or Law.

Scottish Highers

AAABB including English Literature or one of the following subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology or Law.

Scottish Advanced Highers

BCC including English Literature or one of the following subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology or Law. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable

Deferred Entry

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.

Admissions Policy

Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.

Typical International Entry Requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students(opens in a new window).

English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Studies, Film Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Media Studies, Psychology or Law.

UEA International Study Centre

If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window) offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree.

English Foreign Language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):

IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies(opens in a new window) for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.

If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, UEA International Study Centre offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:

English language at UEA International Study Centre(opens in a new window)

Book a visit to discover more

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the Academic Year 2027/28 are:

UK Students: £10,050

International Students: £24,250

We estimate living expenses at £1,171 per month.

Further Information on tuition fees can be found here(opens in a new window).

Scholarships and Bursaries

We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships(opens in a new window) for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.

Course Related Costs

Please see additional course fees for details of course-related costs.

How to Apply

Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.

UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.

Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.

Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.

The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.

View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information:

How to apply through UCAS(opens in a new window)

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