Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - English Literature (Placement Year)

BA (Hons) English Literature shows students how literature is essential to understanding global culture and society. The core modules focus on the practical, visible impact of literature on the world, with integral fields trips giving students the chance to apply what they're learning in a very tangible sense.

Explore literary texts from the English Renaissance to the 21st century, and learn to critically engage with diverse global voices and concerns. Consider how literature contributes to major debates in areas like equality and environment, and the part books and authors can play in social and cultural change.

Study in a collaborative environment, working with academics who are passionate about their subject and value their contribution to in-class discussions. The quality of the course and its teaching is down to UWE's inspiring staff, who are active researchers and experts in their field, and will support students throughout their studies.

Focusing on the avenues that most interest students, through their modules and assessments, they'll graduate confident to pursue their chosen career. The door will be open to exciting careers in the cultural industries, the media or the arts, working in marketing, editing, publishing or teaching.