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Course summary
Everything has a story. And this course is perfect if you love finding new interpretations. Whether this is through literature, or looking to the past to discover the secrets of the people, places and events of our ancestors, it is these stories which give us our sense of place in the world. This course combines studying the history of Europe and beyond with English language, literature and drama from Old English to the present. You will study a choice of themes, ranging from American Civil Rights, to the Crusades, to Colonial India. You can also tailor your degree to what you enjoy most, choosing from a huge range of optional modules covering historical figures, events and themes from the 6th century CE to the present day. As a joint honours student you will benefit from skills development and assessment methods from both subjects. Each subject is taught separately, but you may choose a uniting theme for your final year dissertation.
Modules
In year one, in English, you'll choose three 20-credit core modules. In history, the core 'Learning History' module develops your skills and introduces you to key methodologies. You will also choose two 20-credit modules from a range of options that span the early middle ages to the contemporary world. In year two in English you will choose three 20-credit modules from at least two areas of study. You will also select up to three 20-credit History modules from an extremely wide chronological and geographical range. You also have the option to take up to two 20-credit optional modules in American and Canadian Studies. In year three you can choose from the modules which interest you the most, allowing you to specialise. You can either: Take 80 credits in History, made up of a 40 credit year-long Special Subject and a dissertation, and 40 credits in English (two 20-credit modules) Or: Take 60 credits in history, made up of a 40 credit year-long Special Subject and 20 credit optional module, and 60 credits in English (which can include a dissertation). In either scenario, your dissertation can combine both English and History. Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Humanities and the School of English, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award. You can also spend time overseas through the University of Nottingham Study Abroad programme.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- QV31
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma - D: 36 credits M: 9 credits
Scottish Higher - AAABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher - AA
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - A
Extended Project - A
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, M1
GCSE/National 4/National 5
European Baccalaureate - 85% overall including 85% (8.5) in English and 85% (8.5) in History.
Additional entry requirements
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Student Outcomes
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Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £21500* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| International | £21500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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