BA in English and American Studies

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. You may need to prove your English ability if your first language is not English. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

A/AS-levels: ABB at A-level including English (Language, Literature, or combined). Two AS-levels may be considered in place of one A-level. General Studies are accepted.

EPQ with A-levels: BBB at A-level including English (Language, Literature, or combined) + EPQ at grade B

International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points, including 6 in Higher Level English

Access to HE Diploma: Pass Access to the HE Diploma with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Distinction. To include 12 credits at Distinction in English Level 3 Modules.

BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with D*DD. Plus, grade B in A-level English (Language, Literature, or combined)

The University’s annual Festival of Careers is a four-day event that attracts graduate employers from various sectors and industries. This is the perfect opportunity to consider where your degree will take you and gain face-to-face time with employers.

The growth of the global market means that many jobs in the public and private sectors have an international and often transatlantic dimension. Employers are looking for independence, creativity, maturity, and a broad cultural outlook, all provided through the course.

Graduate destinations

Our graduates have found work with companies such as:

Allegis Group

Aceville Publications

The Mills Archive Trust

PPL PRS Music Licensing

Dennis Publishing

Miyazaki City Board of Education