University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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Course summary
English and Philosophy both explore and explain human existence. The great themes of literature and debates about language run together with the big issues of philosophy:
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what are the struggles, conflicts, and challenges of human life?
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how should we navigate the social, moral, and personal struggles that make up the drama of living?
Philosophy
You'll explore traditional topics such as ethics and philosophy of mind alongside emerging areas like environmental and social philosophy.
English
We cover the full range of English - language, literature, linguistics and drama from Old English to the present day.
You'll study each subject separately but equally. The range of modules in both of these subjects at Nottingham is especially diverse - you'll be able to follow your interests wherever they take you. It also offers you scope to follow a theme by choosing modules that complement each other and look at the same topic in different ways. There's lots of reading involved! Also plenty of opportunities to develop your own ideas and work with others. An ideal degree to help you say what you mean and mean what you say.
Modules
In year one you will receive a thorough grounding in both subjects to prepare you to specialise in years two and three.
Modules for years two and three are fully optional - choose what grab your interest or develop your choices into a particular theme.
Your final year dissertation is a chance to develop a longer piece of work that can combine both subjects into one project.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- QV35
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
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:
- QV35
- 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 - AAB
including A English Language, Literature or combined. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted for A level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept this qualification on its own due to the subject specific requirements at A Level.
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD + A in A Level English accepted.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
Pass the Access to HE Diploma 45 credits at level 3, with distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and 15 at Merit.
9 credits must be achieved at Distinction in English modules.
Scottish Higher - AABBB
including English with grade A. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA including English.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DD plus A Level English grade A
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A Levels grades AB including A in A Level English
Scottish Advanced Higher - AA
including English with grade A and Scottish Highers AABBB including English with grade A.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
with a minimum of 6 points in English at Higher level.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Considered alongside A Levels
Extended Project - A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject.
If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M1, M2
including English at D3.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE requirements - English grade C (numeric grade 4)
European Baccalaureate - 80% overall including 80% in English,
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.
We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A
- Highest grades
- CCC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
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