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Overview
Shakespeare programme offered at British Council by FutureLearn will look at the life and works of William Shakespeare and take you from his birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon to the Globe Theatre in London, from where he secured his central place in English literature.
Key facts:
- We will look at five of Shakespeare’s plays with the help of actors and experts from around the world. They will explain and explore the universal themes Shakespeare addressed in his work.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...- Explore the life and works of William Shakespeare.
- Investigate five of Shakespeare’s plays and look at the universal themes Shakespeare addressed in his work.
- Reflect on words and expressions that Shakespeare introduced to the English language.
Programme Structure
What topics will you cover?- Romeo and Juliet
- Hamlet
- Much Ado About Nothing
- The Tempest
- Macbeth
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 2 months
- 2 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Literature View 23 other Short Courses in Literature in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is designed for people who are learning English and interested in the language and legacy of William Shakespeare.
- The material is designed for non-native English speakers who have studied English to around intermediate level (approximately B1 on the CEFR).
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents74 EUR / full≈ 74 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents74 EUR / full≈ 74 EUR / full
Funding
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