ObjectivesThe first year courses of this programme provide a basis for modules taken in subsequent years. Second year modules are chosen within a banding system, designed for a balanced structure of study, whilst in the third year there is a wide choice enabling you to specialise in your particular interests. Your close study of English literature will encourage and develop a clear critical thinking and succinct expression of ideas that are concrete and valuable assets in today's job market.
Entry requirementsEntry Requirements -International Baccalaureate 34 points overall including HL6 in English and History -Irish Leaving Certificate A1 A1 B1 B1 B2 B2 at Higher level including grade B1 in English or History -European Baccalaureate 80% overall inc 80% in English or History -USA: Advanced Placement Tests Three AP subjects with 544 including English or History at grade 5 -Australia: Tertiary Entrance Ranking 95+ Tertiary Entrance Ranking, or an OP of band 4 for Queensland
Academic titleBA English with Film Studies
Course descriptionBA English with Film Studies
Programme
Year 1
-Aspects of Language
-Classical & Biblical Contexts of English Literature
-Introducing Literary Theories
-Medieval Literary Culture
-Reading Poetry
-Renaissance Literature
-Writing London
-Introduction to Film Studies: Forms
-Introduction to Film Studies: Contexts
Year 2
-Students will take six of the options listed plus two options in Film Studies. The English Department operates a banding system for its second year modules, to ensure a balanced programme of study.
Year 3
-Students will take six of the English options listed plus two options in Film Studies.