English and Drama - BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) English and Drama degree course will support you in developing your critical and analytical abilities, and deepen your appreciation for literature and theatre.

You will develop your writing, close-reading and research skills, and learn to present arguments coherently and creatively. In the School of English, you will be taught by respected academics and practitioners offering a diverse range of modules. You will study literature and drama from various major periods, movements and genres.

You will also have the opportunity to stage a play, and study film, art, and philosophies of relevance to drama and literature. Your degree will allow you to tailor your studies to your individual interests and career aspirations with both a local and global outlook.

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

It will also allow you to become more involved in University life by delivering, leading and supporting many aspects of the learning experience, from administration to research and mentoring roles.

112 UCAS tariff points.

LEVEL 2 QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C/4 or above one of which MUST include English Language
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment

You will be taught by world-leading academics and expert practitioners who foster a community of experimentation, innovation and inclusivity, creating an environment in which student learning can flourish. The programme focuses on the development of core knowledge and skills for English study and how they can be translated to foster interdisciplinary, practice-based education.
Combining the study of literature, drama, language and creative writing, English at Birmingham City University is, by definition, interdisciplinary. The programme offers multiple opportunities for students to collaborate across disciplines in order to gain new perspectives on the relevance of their study in the wider world.
English is a subject highly-prized by employers for the range of transferable skills it develops. Equipped with a strong subject knowledge, you will develop an ability to work as an independent researcher; to communicate effectively through speech, writing, presentations and performances; to critically evaluate the work of others; to respond imaginatively to original briefs, and to initiate, manage and complete research projects. You will be able to apply these skills through work placement opportunities or collaborative practice with others in your year group to ensure you can articulate and demonstrate knowledge and a sound skill-base to future employers.