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English Literature and/or Language

English Literature and/or Language

A degree in English language and literature is designed to get you reading books, analyzing theories, critiquing prose and verse, and taking a more critical look at the signs and words surrounding us every day. The aim is to get students thinking creatively and analytically about the English language; this differs from other modern language degrees as it is intended for students already proficient in written and spoken English. An English degree can focus equally on the literature and language sides, while others specialize in one or the other; this will usually be clear from the course title.

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Skills

Common Degree/Major Names

BA
American Literature
BA
Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic
BA
Classical Civilization
BA
Classical Literature
BA
Comparative Literature
BA
English
BA
English - Chinese Translation and Interpreting
BA
English Composition
BA/BSc
English Language
BA
English Language and Culture
BA
English Language and Linguistics
BA
English Literature
BA
English and American Literature
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Useful Skills

Analytical
Attention to Detail
Creativity
Empathy
Listening
Note Taking
Organisation
Research
Speaking (Verbal Communication)
Written Communication
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This is a great way to help you decide whether this subject area is really something you would want to study at the depth of a degree.

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Universities

Universities Offering Degrees within Accounting and Finance

Institution
Country
Campus Type
Size
Education Model
Selectivity
Curtin University
Australia
Suburban Campus
Very Large Institution >30,000
We are a global university recognised for innovation in learning and teaching, with our curriculum, learning experiences and delivery methods highly responsive to the changing needs of industry and careers. Our diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses provide you with the right skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to follow your passion and put it to work at Curtin.
Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) - Some programs (like our quota health programs) have a high selective rate due to minimal places available. Other courses like arts and commerce are easier to achieve in admission in if the minimum score has been achieved.
Western Sydney University
Australia
Suburban Campus City Campus
Very Large Institution > 30,000
Research Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution
Selective (25-50% admitted)
Murdoch University
Australia
Suburban Campus
Large Institution 15,000-30,000
Murdoch University offers undergraduate (Bachelor) and postgraduate (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master) level degree programs with a specialisation in environmental, sustainability, conservation and veterinary science.
Selective (25-50% admitted)
UNSW Sydney
Australia
City Island Campus, Suburban Campus
Very Large Institution > 30,000
UNSW’s strategic priorities actively address the challenges we face today - from climate change and renewable energies to lifesaving medical treatments and breakthrough technologies. We aim to make an impact on people’s lives around the world. In 2020, UNSW evolved its motto to “Scientia corde mente et manu” - Knowledge by Heart, Mind and Hand. This is more than just a slogan of renewed values and aspirations. It captures the fact that we serve higher purpose, and are committed to serving society through knowledge sharing and new discovery.
Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of Queensland
Australia
City Island Campus
Very Large Institution > 30,000
You'll be inspired by passionate and engaging lecturers who are ready to empower you with the skills, confidence and knowledge you need to face a future of unknowns. At UQ, we're committed to enriching your studies and developing your employability to prepare you for a career you'll love. We support you to gain knowledge, leadership skills and adopt an innovative mindset.
Selective (25-50% admitted)
Purdue University Northwest
USA
Suburban Campus
Medium Institution 5000-15,000
Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
John Cabot University
Italy
City Campus
Small Institution <5000
Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)
Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
Northumbria University
UK
City Campus
Very Large Institution >30,000
Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution
Lafayette College
USA
City Island Campus
Small Institution <5000
Lafayette blends liberal arts and engineering, with a keen focus on interdisciplinary studies.
Selective (25-50% admitted) ~30% acceptance rate
University of Kent
UK
Suburban Campus
Large Institution 15,000-30,000
Our students are encouraged to become global citizens, think independently & develop original ideas
Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
Durham University
UK
City Campus, City Island Campus, Suburban Campus
Large Institution 15,000-30,000 A high volume of applications means a number of programmes can be more selective than others
Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Researched Focused Institution, Vocationally Focused Institution (multiple integrated internships)
Extremely Selective (<10% admitted)
Carleton University
Canada
City Island Campus
Large Institution 15,000-30,000
Over 26 degrees & over 200 programs with an emphasis on hands-on learning
Open Admission (almost all admitted) - For most programs, if a student meets the requirements, they will be admitted.
Carleton College
USA
Rural Campus
Small Institution <5000
Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)
Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
University of Rochester
USA
Suburban Campus
Medium Institution 5000-15,000
Research university with a flexible curriculum
Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Queens University
Canada
City Island Campus
Large Institution 15,000-30,000
Medical-Doctoral Research University
Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Brock University
Canada
City Island Campus
Large Institution 15,000-30,000
We offer so many ways for you to design your degree, your way. In most of our programs.
Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) Need to meet prerequisite subject/grade requirements in addition to G11/12 grade average requirement
York University
Canada
City Campus
Very Large Institution >30,000
Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Single Focus Institution (e.g. Business School, Researched Focused Institution
Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) Admission requirements vary by programs.
University of Leicester
UK
City Campus
Medium Institution 5000-15,000
We are proud to be one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities.
Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Franklin & Marshall College
USA
Small Institution <5000
We follow a liberal arts format with majors, minors, joint degrees, and certificate program options.
Selective (25-50% admitted) ~30% acceptance rate
The American University of Paris
France
City Campus
Small Institution <5000
Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Teaching Focused Institution
Selective (25-50% admitted)
College of Wooster
USA
Suburban Campus
Small Institution <5000
Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Researched Focused Institution, Undergraduate Only Institution
Selective (25-50% admitted)
St. John's College
USA
City Island Campus, Suburban Campus
Small Institution <5000
St. John's is famous for our interdisciplinary, discussion-based Great Books curriculum.
Selective (25-50% admitted). Students are admitted primarily based on their academic performance and essay responses.
Loughborough University
UK
Suburban Campus
Medium Institution 5000-15,000
A comprehensive university offering Bachelors, Masters & research degrees across a range of subjects
Selective (25-50% admitted) - We look for students with high academic achievement, motivation & passion for their chosen subject
Duke Kunshan University (DKU)
China with a semester in the United States
City Island Campus
Small Institution <5000
Unique, new mutli-disciplinary model that results in both a Duke (US) degree and DKU (China) degree.
Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Bard College Berlin
Germany
City Campus
Small Institution <5000
Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)
Selective (25-50% admitted)
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