Music and English Literature
Cardiff UniversityCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the BA (Hons) Music and English Literature at Cardiff University. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our Music and English Literature (BA) programme combines studies in literature, music and culture with creative and practical skills development which will open doors to a variety of career pathways. During your time with us, we’ll nurture your critical and creative thinking, encourage your understanding and appreciation of diversity, enable you to communicate to a high standard and foster your resilience and independence. You will also acquire a wealth of transferable skills that are valued by employers and will support your professional ambitions. International tuition fees are £24,700 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 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAB - BBB Must include Music, and Creative Writing, English Language and Literature, or English Literature. Applicants without an A-level in Music will be considered on a case-by-case basis to determine appropriate levels of music performance and theory skills (such as Grade 6/7 Music Theory). Where skill levels cannot be determined by alternative qualifications, you may be invited to audition. |
| International Baccalaureate | 34 - 31 points 34-31 overall or 666-665 in 3 HL subjects. Must include grade 5 in HL English Literature and Music. Applicants without HL Music will be considered on a case-by-case basis to determine appropriate levels of music performance and theory skills (such as Grade 6/7 Music Theory). Where skill levels cannot be determined by alternative qualifications, you may be invited to audition. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,700
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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Cardiff University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £19,000 | £24,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £23,500 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £27,000 | £35,000 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 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: CAH25-02-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
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