Modern Languages and English Literature - BA (Hons)

University of Birmingham

Experience a unique blend of language, culture and literary study. Become proficient in your chosen language/s and enhance your understanding of literary genres and devices.**Why study this course?**- Study a modern language from beginner or advanced level - French, German, Italian, Russian, or Portuguese (beginner only). Combine this with English for a highly complementary and exciting way to contextualise your knowledge in each discipline.- At Birmingham you'll learn about your target culture's literature, history, politics and society, and through total immersion on your Year Abroad.- Choose from a diverse portfolio of English Literature modules – from fantasy, to gothic literature, to women’s writing to poetry and more.- Dive in to the study of Shakespeare and put your learning into context with our residential trip to Stratford-upon-Avon.**Top 100 for Modern Languages QS World Subject Rankings 2025****Top 30 for English in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2025****Top 15 in the UK for English in the Complete University Guide 2025**

Department of Modern Languages