BA (Hons) English & Drama

UCAS Code(s): QW34

Campus: Cyncoed

School: Cardiff School of Education

Course Length: Three years full-time

Entry requirements:
Applicants should have 5 GCSEs to include English Language grade C or above, plus one of the following
:
  • 260 points from at least three A Levels / Scottish Advanced Highers to include a grade B at English or Drama
  • BTEC Diploma with 260 points or Distinction Merit Merit to include a relevant subject
  • 260 points from the Irish Leaving Certificate at Highers to include grade A1 or above in English or Drama (minimum C2 grade considered)
  • Pass Access with 48 credits at Level 3 within a relevant subject
  • 260 points from the Welsh Baccalaureate to include grades BC at A Level; grade B in English or Drama, Core considered as fourth subject

If your qualification isn't listed above, please refer to the UCAS website.

All applications are considered on their individual merits and we can be flexible in the offer that is made.

Career Potential:
English and Drama are natural partners; the study of each augments, enriches and illuminates the study of the other. Holders of degrees from either of these departments have proved employable in a wide spectrum of careers; acting, directing, theatre management, film, media & television, teaching, management, journalism, law, administration, accountancy, PR, as well as further postgraduate study to MA and PhD levels. Both departments have impressive research communities.

Course Content:
The departments of Drama and Humanities at UWIC are offering a new single honours English and Drama degree programme. This combined degree promotes integration between the twin halves of the programme, building on existing interdisciplinary strengths and, above all, creating a cohesive and rewarding undergraduate experience.

Year One:
Core modules:
  • Introduction to Language & Literature
  • Literature of Myth, Legend and Folklore
  • Critical Approaches
  • Introduction to Academic Skills and Research Methods
  • Drama and Practice
  • Theatre Practice I and II
Year Two:
Core modules:
  • Modernism to Postmodernism
  • Research Methods
  • Theatre Practitioners
  • World Theatre
  • Theatre
  • Presentation
Option modules:
  • Modern Poetry
  • Children’s Literature
  • Detective Fiction
  • Victorian and Edwardian Literature
Year Three:
Core modules:
  • Gothic and Sci-Fi
  • Dissertation
  • Modern Drama
  • Practical
Option modules:
  • Shakespeare
  • Postcolonial Literature
Assessment:
Where possible, assessment is applied to practical situations, which will enhance your employment opportunities. Examples of assessment include role-play, creative writing, research and study work, and video and poster presentations. In addition to these there are also the more traditional academic assessment methods of seminar presentations, essays, report writing, group work and examinations.

Selection Procedure:
Selection is usually on the basis of a completed UCAS application and interview.

Additional Costs:
For information on additional costs relating to this programme please refer to www.uwic.ac.uk/additionalcosts


Contact Information:
For general enquiries please contact the UWIC Enquiry Team on 029 2041 6044 or email uwicinfo@uwic.ac.uk

For course specific enquiries, please contact the programme leader, Meryl Hopwood:
Email: mhopwood@uwic.ac.uk
Tel: 029 2041 6594

See Also:
Cardiff School of Education Website

Undergraduate Students

Advice for Applicants
How to Apply
Tuition Fees
UCAS Website

International Students
The International Office
ERASMUS

School Information
Cardiff School of Education Website

Centre for Humanities Website

Cardiff School of Education Brochure

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email: cse@uwic.ac.uk