English Studies
Taking a degree-level qualification in English is a chance to rewrite your future with a course that opens up a world of career possibilities from teaching to advertising.
Study for a Degree in English Studies at B&FC
Degree-level qualifications in English give students multiple career avenues to explore. From teaching to copywriting, journalism to content management, there are many employers, both large and small, who value the broad set of skills English graduates have.
Here are a few reasons to study for a English degree in Blackpool:
Versatile communication skills valued across a range of industries
Rich literary insight to various cultures and eras
Enhanced critical thinking and analytical abilities
Diverse career opportunities in publishing, education, copyrighting and more
Lifelong learning through a passion for reading and writing
Student Case Study - Susan
Why did you decide to study this qualification?
A lifelong love of reading, storytelling and its transformative effects - both cathartic and entertaining.
Why did you choose B&FC?
It was local to me (although I originally come from Manchester) and I was impressed by the course content.
What have been the benefits of studying here?
A supportive environment with interesting, topical content. HELMs (Higher Education Learning Mentors), financial support and the option of emotional support if I ever need it.
What are you hoping to do in the future?
I am hoping to find an outlet for my creative writing using the skills I've learnt in the classroom.
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Tutors with up-to-the-minute industry experience
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Get into journalism, copywriting, communications and more
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Flexible career options
Tutor Profile - Rachael Leitch
Qualifications:
PGCE, MA English Language and Linguistics, BA (Hons) English Language and Applied Linguistics
Industry Background:
Extensive experience in working with young people and adults in a wide range of educational and community settings including secondary education, alternative provisions, further education and higher education.
Area of Expertise:
English Language and Applied Linguistics, Contextual and Textual Analysis, Stylistics, Sociolinguistics, Language and Identity, Critical Discourse Analysis.
Enjoys teaching at B&FC because:
I am passionate about our community and providing equal opportunities for all those entering and engaging with education.
Affording your Course
We know that people are concerned about the costs associated with studying for a degree and also if having a degree will be worth it once they graduate. Here are just a few things to think about before you make a final decision.
- There really is nothing to pay up front if you are a UK resident and haven't previously completed an equivalent degree-level qualification
- You can get a tuition fee loan to cover course fees and repayments don't kick in until after you graduate and are earning at least £25K
- Even when you're earning £30,000, the repayments are only £37.50 per month - about the same cost as an average takeaway for two
- Eligible students can also get help towards living and childcare costs and there are other bursaries and grants you can apply for
- What's more, according to a recent report. graduates, on average, earn approximately £5K more than their non-graduate counterparts. That's around £300 extra per month
"I'm actually better off doing my degree than I was doing a part-time job. If I'd realised how much financial support was available, I wouldn't have put off doing a degree for so long. I'm absolutely loving it and my job prospects are already so much better."
- Yvonne, Degree-level Student
Learning Support Available
We offer a range of services to support you across all areas of student life, with specialist support available for students with disabilities.
- Higher Education Learning Mentors (HELMs)
- One-to-one and group learning support sessions
- Pre-degree preparation workshops
- IT Support
What's Next?
Explore our English Studies courses above.
Check out our Prospectus for Degrees.
Book a place at our next Open Event - a great opportunity to meet the tutors, ask questions and check out our facilities.
Visit our Admissions: Higher Education page - here you can find more information on our Admission process, Accomodation, Policies & Procedures, Entry requirements, Scholarship & Bursaries and FAQs.
Contact our Course Enquiries Team if you have any questions about degree-level study in English Studies at B&FC.