English BA (Hons)

The course provides chronological coverage and freedom of choice, with thematic strands such as ‘The Child in Literature and Culture’, ‘Gothic and the Monstrous’, and ‘Rebellious Subjects’. Literature affects how we think about and communicate with the world around us. It informs our understanding of ourselves and other cultures, past and present. Explore literature from the medieval era to the 21st century. Our portfolio of modules covers English and American poetry, short fiction, modernism, drama, children's literature, gothic, and horror and crime fiction. The career opportunities opened up by our degrees are as diverse and exciting as the topics of study. The skills that these develop give you the ability to analyse, research and communicate at a very high level. By studying with us, you can be confident that you will have the opportunity to develop a wide array of skills which are highly valued in many professions.