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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: Q320

English Literature [with Foundation Year]

Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, England
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4 yearsDuration
£17,500Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in languages and area studies with the BA (Hons) English Literature [with Foundation Year] at Anglia Ruskin University. Based in Cambridge, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Explore how literature has reflected and influenced different societies over the centuries and prepare for many careers – some you might not even have thought about yet. Study a range of texts including classic literary forms such as the novel, poetry, and plays, but also theatrical performances, films, essays, reviews, and critical and cultural works, developing your ability to read and respond critically. Studying literature will also develop your understanding of other subjects – like history, politics, philosophy, religion, and psychology – as well as your understanding of written ... International tuition fees are £17,500 per year, home/UK fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years, and a 82% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Foundation English Language and Communication
Literary Texts and Contexts
Poetry and Poetic Forms
Drama and Theatre Studies
The Novel: Forms and Development
Critical Theory and Literary Analysis
Twentieth and Twenty-First Century Literature
Dissertation and Independent Study
UCAS Code:Q320
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic60

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£17,500

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£70,000

Home Student Fee

£5,760

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Anglia Ruskin University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£21,500£23,000£29,000
3 years£16,500£22,000£25,000
5 years£19,500£25,500£30,500

UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 12% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH19-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
10%Studying
13%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
47%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
85%
Learning opportunities
79%
Assessment and feedback
80%
Academic support
85%
Organisation and management
82%
Learning resources
86%
Student voice
73%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Anglia Ruskin University

Anglia Ruskin University offers English Literature [with Foundation Year] as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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