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13 courses found

English Literature BA (Hons)

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 3 years full-time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Do you love to read literature that changes how people think and feel? This English Literature course invites you to engage with literature…

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History BA (Hons)

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 3 years full-time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

History BA (Hons) at Northumbria University offers a high level of flexibility as well as thorough training in the skills of the professional…

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Humanities Foundation Year

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 1 year full-time followed by a further 3 years full-time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

This foundation year will prepare you for degree level study in a range of disciplines across Humanities whilst emphasising the transferable…

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Music BA (Hons)

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 3 years full-time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

Music at Northumbria University offers performance modules centred on a generous provision of individual instrumental/vocal tuition,…

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Music Foundation Year

Undergraduate | Newcastle | 1 year full-time followed by a further 3 years full-time or 4 years with a placement (sandwich)/study abroad

The Music Foundation Year course will provide you with all the skills and knowledge you’ll need to take the next step into a Music…

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