BA (Hons) English Literature

Course Overview This English Literature degree invites you to explore the transformative power of storytelling across history, from Shakespearean plays to contemporary novels and beyond. You will develop critical thinking and analytical skills by engaging with diverse texts and theoretical approaches in a dynamic, discussion-rich environment. The highly customizable program allows you to tailor your studies to your passions through specialized optional modules and a self-directed dissertation. Key Program Highlights Customize your degree with specialized modules on topics like Gothic horror, feminist theory, film, and the relationship between literature and science. Engage in dynamic, small-group seminars and one-to-one tutorials that form the core of our supportive and collaborative learning community. Develop a unique research project through a final-year dissertation, working individually with an expert lecturer. Choose from varied assessments including essays, presentations, creative writing, and independent study projects, not just exams. Gain highly transferable skills in critical analysis, persuasive communication, and independent research valued by employers in fields like publishing, marketing, and journalism.