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The University of Salford

Salford , England ,United Kingdom

B.A (HONS) ENGLISH AND DRAMA

Literature and theatre speak to us about the world we live in and about social and cultural issues that affect our lives. In this course you will have the opportunity to study intellectually and creatively, and to explore the relationship between literature, theatre and society.  

You will learn to research and analyse literary and performance texts, and work on drama projects that allow you to explore different kinds of plays and theatre practitioners. The English element of the course will equip you with the key skills and analytical tools needed for literary study and will also encourage you to explore social and cultural issues raised by literary texts. Whilst the Drama portion will teach you how to communicate ideas creatively, and to make links between literature and screen and stage performance.

During your time at Salford, you will work in cutting edge studio and theatre spaces with the support of experienced theatre makers, writers and technicians and in addition to your regular classes, you will have access to masterclasses and advice from some of the most exciting theatre companies and practitioners from around the country. Renowned playwright, Jim Cartwright (The Rise and Fall of Little Voice) has established his theatre company here at Salford. See more about his role in the grand opening of the New Adelphi Theatre on ITV Granada Reports.

You will: 

  • Learn to research and analyse literary and performance texts 
  • Deepen your understanding of different kinds of plays and theatre practitioners 
  • Communicate ideas creatively, and make links between literature and screen and stage performance 

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 15

Application Process

Application Processing
15 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

After graduation, you could go into theatre, publishing, education, journalism, advertising, PR and events. 

The creative and media industries value skills gained on this course so you may progress on a number of career paths within the cultural industries such as arts/theatre administration, television or radio researcher or theatre maker. Salford graduates have, in the past, set up their own theatre companies or joined already established ones, and have had work placements at regional theatres.

Other students have gone on to study Drama or English at Masters level, or to train as teachers. This course would also provide an ideal platform to gain further qualifications for a career in youth work or drama therapy.

The course is designed to support your personal development and skills to enhance your employability. Modules on the course strengthen the development of subject-specific skills and knowledge, but also further skills in research, written and verbal communication, IT skills, organisation and decision making which open up a wide range of careers.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

GCSE

English Language at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent) is required. Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential.

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

Undergraduate

The following grades are normally required (exam board in brackets): 50% (West Bengal), 55% (ISC, awarded by CISCE), 60% (CBSE), 65% (all other state boards) for undergraduate study.

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