English
Birkbeck, University of LondonCourse Overview
Offered by Birkbeck, University of London, the BA (Hons) English provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in languages and area studies. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. If you are passionate about literature, culture, ideas and writing, our BA English offers you a varied and flexible course with teaching that builds on the rich literary and cultural history of the local area. You will study some of the most cutting-edge authors, deepen your analytical capacity, expand your knowledge and understanding, and become a skilled reader, writer and communicator. Why choose this course? - On this BA English, you will be supported to be the best thinker, reader and writer you can be. International tuition fees are £18,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, a 80% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC Minimum of two A-levels or equivalent. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,500
per year
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.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £19,000 | £26,500 | £42,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £28,500 | £34,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £2,000 from year 3 to year 5
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.
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Student Satisfaction
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About Birkbeck, University of London
Birkbeck, University of London offers English as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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