BA English Language and Culture

About the course

The English language, literature and culture of Britain and the wider English-speaking world, taught entirely in English. You choose either the English Language and Culture track or the American Studies track.

Entry requirements for Irish students

• Leaving Certificate (Established) with at least 6 subjects: at least H5 in 2 Higher Level subjects and at least O6 or H7 in the other 4, plus at least 350 CAO points. Radboud says this does not guarantee admission, and it also looks at your grades, subjects and levels. This rule is published for 2026-27 entry.
• No specific subjects are required, but you must show a good level of English. Radboud does not say whether Leaving Cert English counts as proof, so check with admissions; the accepted tests include IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, Cambridge C1/C2 or Pearson PTE Academic 61.

How to apply

1. Apply in StudielinkApplications open 1 October 2026. Apply by 1 May 2027 (needed for the housing lottery).
2. Upload documentsUpload your Leaving Certificate results and proof of English in OSIRIS Application within 56 days of applying.
3. Study Compatibility CheckComplete the online questionnaire that checks whether your expectations of the course are realistic.
4. Admission decisionRadboud assesses your diploma and English level and confirms whether you are admitted.

Costs

• Standard Dutch EU fee: €2,694 (2026/27). The 2027/28 fee is set by the Dutch government each year (expected to be close to €2,800).
• EU students may be eligible for a Dutch tuition-fee loan (DUO).

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