English (BA)

Award
Bachelor of Arts
Typical Offer
AAB View full entry requirements
Duration
3 years
Course Type
Full-time
Campus
Avenue
UCAS Course code
Q300

About this course

Through our BA English degree at Southampton, you’ll discover how our stories shape who we are. You'll learn to see the books you love and the world around you with fresh eyes.

For your degree in English, you’ll study the best and most memorable works of literature. You’ll read English texts both old and new, epic and intimate. Throughout this course, you'll build your research and writing skills and strengthen your understanding of the ways humans make meaning.

You'll explore modules that cover everything from Arthurian legends to contemporary cli-fi (climate fiction). You'll study the Shakespearean stage to the American gothic, and the texts you read will take you from the Forest of Arden to the cities of Zambia.
 
As part of this programme you can:

During this English degree, you'll consider the importance of understanding the power of words to shape our minds. 

“Our language is what structures our imagination and defines our relationships and our place in the world. At Southampton, expert textual critics and literary historians will support you to become confident, independent graduates, making a difference in our communities” - Jakub Boguszak, Admissions Tutor.

League table rankings

English at Southampton is a top 10 English department in the UK (Times Good University Guide, 2025).

We're also ranked:

Year abroad

You'll have the opportunity to study abroad, spending a semester, a summer or even a full year at one of our global partner universities.

A year abroad will enhance your understanding of visual arts and let you experience a new culture. You'll be able to choose from a range of exchange programmes with our high-ranking partner institutions around the world.

Apply using:

  • Course name: English with A Year Abroad
  • UCAS code: Q301

Year in employment

Enhance your employability by taking this course with a paid industrial placement year. You'll spend this extra year applying the skills and knowledge you've learned so far.

Apply using:

  • Course name: English with A Year In Employment
  • UCAS code: 8088

You'll spend this extra year applying the skills and knowledge you've learned so far.

The fee is 20% of the standard annual tuition fee.

We regularly review our courses to ensure and improve quality. This course may be revised as a result of this. Any revision will be balanced against the requirement that the student should receive the educational service expected. Find out why, when, and how we might make changes.

Our courses are regulated in England by the Office for Students (OfS).

Course location

This course is based at Avenue.

Awarding body

This qualification is awarded by the University of Southampton.

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