English Literature

The Course develops skills in the following areas:

• It encourages you to develop an interest and enjoyment in literary studies through reading widely,
  independently and critically.
• It provides you with an introduction to the traditions of English Literature and critical theory.
• It introduces you to a wide range of literature from different cultures and perspectives.

• Shakespeare: one of his plays.
• Poetry Pre-1900: for example a selection of the poetry by Coleridge making connections to Pre-1900 Drama: for example Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband.
• Post-1900 Poetry, Prose and Drama which will take the form of a coursework folder, which must include at least one text written in 2000 or later, and one text which may be significant or influential text in translation.
• A further unit exploring a range of texts from a specified topic area for example The Gothic.

English Literature has always been a highly regarded degree subject. Many degree students pursue careers in General Management, Research Consultancy and the Public Services, as well as in  publishing and the Creative Industries.

 

Graduates in English possess skills in written and spoken English, in working independently and in thinking critically; these are skills that are highly valued by employers.