University course · real outcomes from HESA / Discover Uni · part of Careermash
University degree
English Literature and History
Iron Mill Education Limited
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 30% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
Robin · your guide
Here's the honest picture on this course - what you'd study, whether you'd likely get in, what it pays, and where it leads. Everything's real data.
About this course
This joint honours course explores the rich connections between literature and history. You'll develop your written, analytical and research skills, preparing you for careers in publishing, education, heritage, journalism, and beyond.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
48-63 pts5%
64-79 pts10%
80-95 pts20%
96-111 pts15%
112-127 pts30%
128-143 pts10%
160-175 pts5%
176-191 pts5%
How they qualified
95% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels95%
no formal qualifications5%
other higher education5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
70%
Continue past first year
86%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£18,500
3 years on
£23,500
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Teaching ProfessionalsHighly skilled25%
Administrative occupations15%
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation5%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled10%
Sales occupations10%
Business and public service associate professionalsHighly skilled25%
Business, Research and Administrative ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Legal professionalsHighly skilled10%
What students say National Student Survey
86%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching89%
Assessment & feedback89%
Academic support91%
Well organised87%
Learning resources82%
Student community90%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Would do it again
Honestly, one of the best decisions I've made. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city — local cost of living is m…
Final year · Full-time
★★★★☆
Would do it again
This is the perfect place to study this subject. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — local …
Postgraduate · Full-time
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Where this degree can lead
Careermash · real course data from HESA / Discover Uni, in plain English.