English

BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing

English literary works have always reflected the rich culture of the period in which they were written. With this course you’ll have a chance to appreciate why. Our English degree helps you to become a fine-tuned critic of poetry, prose and drama - and a well-developed writer in your own right.

Key facts

Texts from British, European and American writing are covered
Vibrant discussions - share your passion for literature with like-minded students
Independent learning - focus on a literary style or time period of your choice for your final year dissertation

Typical course content:

critical theory
introduction to drama and film
introduction to narrative
introduction to poetry
adapting Shakespeare
postwar British writing
romantic writing
Victorian writing
world literature
modernism and culture
postmodern writing
postcolonial writing
gender, sexuality and writing
dissertation: personal research

Career opportunities

Skills from your English degree will prepare you for a career in a range of roles and environments, including: local government, management, publishing or marketing. Further study at postgraduate level might lead to a career in journalism, teaching, law or museums.

Course content

If you love reading, writing and expressing your thoughts and opinions about books and ideas, this is the course for you.

Develop a broad appreciation of English literature, engage with critical theories and theorists and gain a full understanding of the social, political and cultural context of writing.

Assessment

There are a range of assessment methods used on this course including: coursework assignments, unseen examinations, portfolios, class presentations and literary searches/ reports and a dissertation.

Course duration

Entry requirements and applying

The academic requirements for this course are 240 points from A-level or equivalent. It is preferable that you have studied A level English.

Study themes from Medieval Welsh, British and European History through to Renaissance and Modern Day History alongside English. A perfect academic complement to English, you can combine your articulation as a reader and writer with the investigative and critical thinking skills of the historian.

Assessment

There are a range of assessment methods used on this course including: coursework assignments, unseen examinations, portfolios, class presentations and literary searches/ reports and a dissertation.

Course duration

Entry requirements and applying

The academic requirements for this course are 240 points form A level or equivalent. It is preferable that you have studied A level English.

If your love of English is directed more towards writing than reading this is the route for you. You’ll learn how to write creatively for both adults and children in poetry and prose and for radio and screen.

Assessment

There are a range of assessment methods used on this course including: coursework assignments, unseen examinations, portfolios, class presentations and literary searches/ reports and a dissertation.

Course duration

Entry requirements and applying

The academic requirements for this course are 240 points form A level or equivalent. It is preferable that you have studied A level English.

From 2012 our general academic requirement for an honours degree will be 240 UCAS points, and for a foundation degree 120 UCAS points. If you do not have the points required your application will still be considered. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and with a range of experiences.

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