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BA (Honours) English Literature

Open University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

English literature is a broad, accessible, and important subject. If you are interested in reading between the lines, and being challenged by new ideas and ways of seeing, then this course is for you. You'll study an exciting range of texts from many different periods and settings, including novels, drama, and poetry, and discover various approaches to reading and interpreting them. You'll take a fresh look at familiar texts, which will help you confidently encounter new texts and ideas. You'll also develop your skills in analysis and communication.

  • Learn how to analyze a wide range of texts including novels, drama, and poetry

  • Discover the historical and cultural contexts that have shaped English literature 

  • Explore the work of famous authors alongside lesser-known but equally fascinating writers 

  • Have the option of studying creative writing or English language alongside English literature 

  • Develop advanced skills in analysis, evaluation, communication, and critical thinking that are highly valued in the workplace

General Eligibility

There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification.

Part Time Work Details

In a distance learning course, there are typically no strict regulations regarding part-time employment, providing students with the flexibility to pursue work opportunities while studying remotely. This autonomy allows individuals to manage their schedules and balance professional commitments with their educational pursuits.

What You'll Study

1 Stage-1 (120 Credits)
  • Discovering the arts and humanities

  • Cultures

2 Stage-2 (120 Credits)
  • Literature matters

  • Telling stories: the novel and beyond

3 Stage-3 (120 Credits)
  • English literature from Shakespeare to Austen

  • Literature in transition: from 1800 to the present

  • Advanced creative writing

  • Language and creativity

Language Requirement

  • IELTS00
  • TOEFL00
  • PTE00
  • Duolingo00

This subject has no language prerequisite.

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