BA Art History and Visual Culture and English

Course Overview This interdisciplinary course equips you to analyze art, literature, and visual culture as vital keys to understanding both historical and contemporary societies. You will develop expertise across a wide range of periods and media, from medieval literature to modern film, within the rich cultural environment of Exeter, a UNESCO City of Literature. The program culminates in a final-year dissertation, allowing you to specialize in English Literature, Creative Writing, or Art History & Visual Culture. Key Program Highlights Learn to interpret diverse works—from architecture and design to images and practices—to decode social histories. Study in a UNESCO City of Literature with access to exceptional on-campus venues and museums. Explore a broad curriculum spanning early medieval to contemporary literature, film, and creative writing. Tailor your degree with a final-year dissertation in your chosen specialization. Engage with a vibrant cultural scene that enhances academic learning with real-world artistic practice.