English with Business Studies Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - English with Business Studies Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Our English with Business Studies degree has been specifically designed for those who are passionate about language and literature, and also wish to learn the theory behind setting up and running a business.
Needless to say, our English with Business Studies BA (Hons) degree is a great opportunity if you are interested in setting up and running your own company in the creative industries.
For the English part of your degree you will have the opportunity to study modules in poetry, literary theory, creative writing, and literature from the Renaissan...
Our English with Business Studies degree has been specifically designed for those who are passionate about language and literature, and also wish to learn the theory behind setting up and running a business.
Needless to say, our English with Business Studies BA (Hons) degree is a great opportunity if you are interested in setting up and running your own company in the creative industries.
For the English part of your degree you will have the opportunity to study modules in poetry, literary theory, creative writing, and literature from the Renaissance period to the 21st century. Our tutors are recognised for their expertise in areas such as contemporary texts and theory, culture and communication, creative writing, and literature from the 16th century to the present day. Their knowledge of subject areas and enthusiasm for their research and teaching make this a vibrant and supportive place for you to study in, and to learn transferable skills for your future employment.
Whilst each discipline has its distinctive subjects and approaches, you will discover productive connections and overlaps between them. The English component of our English with Business Studies degree will allow you to construct a course covering a broad range of fields and approaches, providing a stimulating environment for your degree work. The modules on our English with Business Studies degree are grown from the current research interests and publications of our academic staff, making it possible for you to study the latest thinking in areas as diverse as the staging of Shakespeare, film studies, the analysis of poetry, contemporary literature, and American culture. There are also modules in creative writing, with tuition across the discipline, enhanced by teaching from visiting professional authors and independent publishers.
The business component of the English with Business Studies BA will start by introducing you to the key areas of business, focusing on commercial law, structure and organisation, and management of human resources. As you progress, you will have the opportunity to expand your understanding by undertaking specialist modules in human resource management, finance, marketing, strategic management, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A18-C31
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
ABB including one of the following subjects: English (Literature, Language, or both), any Language subject, Geography, History, Classical Civilisation, Law, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Religious Studies or Sociology.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access with 60 Credits overall including 45 at Level 3. To include 23 Level 3 Distinction grades.
Scottish Advanced Higher
AB including English, plus Highers at majority B grades
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: DD plus one A level in a required subject at Grade B. Preferred BTEC: Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production, Business IT, Applied Science, Sport, Sport and Exercise Science, Health & Social Care.
Extended Project
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
35 (6,6,5 HL) to include one of the following subjects at HL: English (Literature, Language or both), any Language subject, Geography, History, Philosophy, Global Politics, Psychology, World Religions, Social and Cultural Anthropology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: DDM plus an A level grade B in a required subject. Preferred BTEC: Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production, Business IT, Applied Science, Sport, Sport and Exercise Science, Health & Social Care.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A levels at Grades BB including one required subject. Preferred BTEC: Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production, Business IT, Applied Science, Sport, Sport and Exercise Science, Health & Social Care.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels providing individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
This qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £23,950 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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