About the course

A BA in Drama and English Literature at the University of Birmingham allows you to set the stage for your career, combining performance and practice on the theatre side with the study of literary worlds and writers, from medieval to contemporary.

　　In your Drama modules, you'll go beyond performance, expanding your knowledge of the historical and political context of theatre, as well as developing your practical theatre-making skills.

　　Your English Literature modules will guide you to explore a huge range of literary specialisms, from Old English and Gothic Literature to Poetry and Fantasy. Ever wondered how literature has influenced and shaped society You’ll find this this out with access to our incredible resources, from the Cadbury Research Library to our Shakespeare Institute and beyond. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2025	Birmingham
Autumn (September), 2026	Birmingham

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Birmingham

Number of A levels required:

　　3

　　Typical offer:

　　AAB

　　A Level English Literature or English Language and Literature is required.

　　IB Diploma:

　　6,6,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall, including higher level English Literature or English Language and Literature.

　　BTEC qualifications:

　　BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD, plus an A at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above.

　　BTEC Diploma: DD, plus an A at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above.

　　BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level, including an A in the required subject/s mentioned above.

　　TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Birmingham. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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