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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: WQ85

Writing and English Literature [with Placement year]

Anglia Ruskin University
Cambridge, England
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4 yearsDuration
£17,500Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
100%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Writing and English Literature [with Placement year] at Anglia Ruskin University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Cambridge, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Develop as a creative and professional writer while exploring the writing that has shaped, and been shaped by, different societies. Explore professional writing techniques and learn to write compelling narratives, whether you want to write poetry, drama, short fiction, news, features or other forms. You’ll improve your writing skills with invaluable feedback from professional writers, and workshops with your fellow students. You’ll also find out how English literature is shaped by its historical and cultural context and how, in turn, it influences individual readers and the whole of so... International tuition fees are £17,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 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

Creative Writing: Poetry and Drama
Narrative Techniques and Short Fiction
English Literature: Historical Contexts and Cultural Influence
Professional Writing for Media and Publishing
Literary Analysis and Critical Theory
Writing Workshop: Craft and Feedback
The Writer and Society: Literature's Cultural Impact
Work-Based Learning in Creative Industries
UCAS Code:WQ85
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points96

🗣️ 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

£9,790

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: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£24,000

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
100%
Learning opportunities
97%
Assessment and feedback
90%
Academic support
100%
Organisation and management
93%
Learning resources
93%
Student voice
86%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%

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 Writing and English Literature [with Placement year] as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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