BA English Literature and Community Engagement
2026 entry
Course summary
This unique degree offers mature students the chance to gain an undergraduate degree from the University of Bristol and to share what they are learning in the wider community.
It combines study of a full range of English literature, from the medieval period to the present day, with a community engagement element. You will design and run a community engagement project (such as a reading group) in a community setting as part of your degree.
This course is taught part-time on one evening a week over six years and is aimed primarily at mature students. However, students on this course range widely in age, prior educational experience and background. We encourage applications from those returning to education after a period of time away from studying. Each application will be judged on its own merits.
The Department of English also offers a range of short preparatory courses which may be appropriate for those who wish to progress to this course.
For further information on this course and to access the application form, please visit BA English Literature and Community Engagement.
Course structure
Entry requirements
We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.
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Selection process
- Regulations and codes of conduct we abide by to create a positive environment for learning and achievement are found in the University admissions policies and procedures.
- If applying with extenuating circumstances please see our policy.
- The admissions statement above relates to 2025 entry. The statement for 2026 entry will be available in summer 2025.