BA (Hons) History of Art and Literature
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- History of Art & Architecture
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Our course explores the intertwined histories of art and literature across different eras. You’ll examine the most significant European, British and American literature, and encounter thought-provoking artworks from around the world. UEA’s innovative department of Art History, together with our prestigious School of Literature, Drama, and Creative Writing, are two of the most famous and highly regarded academic departments in the UK. You’ll study in the only Art History Department in the UK located within a world-renowned art museum, the Sainsbury Centre. On this History of Art and Literature degree you’ll work across disciplines. You’ll explore the relationship between artistic movements, literature and the visual culture, and word and image. You’ll study the medieval period, the modernist era, and postmodernity. You’ll examine texts and artworks, including significant aspects of European art history. You’ll also explore the work of artists and material culture from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas.
Entry requirements
| A levels | AAB · Subjects: including English Literature or one of the below subjects: English Language and Liter · subject specific requirements apply |
|---|---|
| A levels | BBB · contextual offer; subject specific requirements apply |
| International qualifications | Typical International Entry Requirements: A levels AAB including English Literature or one of the below subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient History, History of Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Civilisation, Classical Studies, Politics, Government and Politics, Sociology, Drama, Theatre Stud |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
Fees
International students: £23,100 per year
UK students: £9,790 per year
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
International: £23,100 per year
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
UCAS deadline (equal consideration)
Campus
- Norwich Research Park, Norwich, United Kingdom
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