Reading English Literature
This course aims to be an enjoyable introduction to the study of classic and modern literature. Share your ideas, explore poetry and gain a greater understanding of Shakespeare.
| Details | Description |
|---|---|
| When |
10 Wednesday evenings, 6 pm to 8:45pm, 29 January to 23 April 2025 with breaks for half-term (19 February) and Easter (9 & 16 April) |
| Where |
University of Bristol Arts Complex, Woodland Road, BS8 1TB |
| Description |
Reading English Literature is a short 20-credit course designed to help mature students progress to a part-time degree in the English department or to explore other opportunities for further study. It enables students to develop skills in literary study, critical thinking and essay-writing. Students will have full access to the University library and student study centres. |
| Example Course outline |
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| Course fee |
Course Fee £420. Payment can be made in instalments. Students from low income backgrounds are welcome to apply for funding support. Click the following link to download the Pathway Funding Guidance (PDF, 64kB) |
| Application deadline |
12 noon, Monday 13 January 2025 If you require the form in an alternative format, please email us at English-Lifelong@bristol.ac.uk. |
| Previous qualifications/experience | No qualifications needed. Open to the public. Please note that this course is not suitable for international applicants. |
Applications for this course are now closed.
To register your interest in academic year 2025/26, please click here.
What our students say...
It was a great confidence boost to have an essay marked, after 15 years out of education, and know that I can write something that is worthwhile reading and got good marks. I would recommend it to anyone who feels like they aren't sure if they're clever enough for university level work, your confidence and knowledge is built up slowly and in a fun and engaging way.
The REL course has been illuminating and enabled me to think about texts in much more depth. I have been introduced to literature that has really interested me and has contributed to many more ideas. I have found the expertise of each tutor to be equally valuable and have benefitted from every session. The tutors have been patient and have taken much trouble to ensure that I feel confident to make comments and have responded encouragingly.
Contacts
Please address any enquiries about the courses to:
Department of English Part-time Courses
School of Humanities
3-5 Woodland Road
Bristol BS8 1TB
Email: english-lifelong@bristol.ac.uk
Telephone: 0117 455 8271