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Bachelor of Arts - English and Comparative Literature (Q210)

Colchester Campus — Colchester, East of England, United Kingdom

Study Level: Undergraduate · 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: October 2026
Tuition Fee: GBP 21,500
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The BA English and Comparative Literature program offers a unique opportunity to explore English literature alongside writings from across the globe, both in English and in translation. Essex places the study of English firmly in the global context from which it emerges, and explores the ways in which English interacts with the literatures of Europe, the US, Caribbean and beyond. There is a focus on deepening students' knowledge of literary traditions and movements across a variety of genres in order to develop their skills as a reader and to sharpen their critical intelligence. Studying different literary traditions from around the world and across history enables students to understand literary movements and developments in their global context, whether in relation to the evolution of the epic, the novel or poetry. From ancient texts to contemporary literature, from US literature to Petrarch and the English Imagination, this course provides students the chance to immerse themselves in a wide range of topics, whilst also providing the opportunity to focus on a specialist area of their choice. Essex has nurtured a long tradition of distinguished writers whose work has shaped literature as it is known today, from past giants such as the American poets Robert Lowell and Ted Berrigan, to contemporary writers such as mythographer and novelist Dame Marina Warner, and Booker Prize-winner Ben Okri. The degree in literature takes place in the Department of Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies, which is home to a variety of Academic disciplines. Students will have the opportunity to benefit from seminars, lectures and events from all the disciplines available in the department. These include film studies, drama and theatre studies, creative writing and journalism. The number of careers that lead from courses in literature is almost as large as the number of graduates, but two particular areas in which graduates have had recent success are publishing and the theatre. One of Essex's former students is now in charge of editorial at a large publishing house, and another has just taken over running one of the country’s major theatres.

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Credential: 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: GBP 21,500
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: October 2026, October 2027, October 2028
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Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Colchester Campus

Colchester, East of England, United Kingdom

Wivenhoe Park

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About the Institution

The University of Essex is a school where curiosity prevails, and where exploring new ways of thinking and pushing boundaries, isn’t just encouraged, it’s expected. The University of Essex was named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2018 for their determination to do things differently and put student success at the centre of everything they do. Essex boasts a massive 350-mile coastline, the 2nd longest of any county in England. There’s plenty to explore across the county, from countryside walks to award-winning beaches. Students can even try a plate of freshly caught...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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