BA (Hons) French and English Literature

Course Overview This joint honors degree in French and English Literature equips you to become a highly skilled, culturally astute communicator by immersing you in the linguistic structures of French and the rich traditions of English literary history. You will develop near-fluent language proficiency through a curriculum emphasizing real-world application and spend a year abroad to deepen your intercultural understanding. The program uniquely integrates literary analysis with cultural studies, allowing you to explore connections between texts, history, and other art forms from Shakespeare to the present day. Key Program Highlights Develop advanced, culturally aware fluency in French through a curriculum focused on real-life application Explore a vast range of English literature from all periods, including dramatic, poetic, and prose works Enhance employability with a dedicated year abroad studying or working in a French-speaking country Analyze literary and cultural works within their wider historical, political, and intellectual contexts Choose from elective modules across the university to tailor your degree to your interests