English Literature

About this programme

Lose yourself in the pages of great works of literature. Explore other worlds and periods of time. Fuel your love of the written word in all its forms on this degree, from Victorian fiction, Renaissance drama and Romantic poetry to American fiction and crime novels. Embrace your love of stories, myths and narratives. Our English literature degree spans admired works from classic to contemporary. We’ll cover a range of fascinating literary periods, genres and topics to give you a broad understanding of literary history. Do you want to know more about the impact of literature on society? How did the author’s history influence their use of language? This course will boost your critical thinking and develop analysis skills. We’ll teach you how to interpret and evaluate what you read. At the same time, we’ll ask you to apply these approaches to literary texts. With optional module choices you’ll dip into genres like Renaissance drama, children’s literature and Romanticism. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore topics such as Conversation, Literacy or Gender from a range of engaging perspectives. By looking at these areas through linguistic, literary and creative writing lenses, you’ll uncover new layers of meaning and develop a richer understanding of how language works. You can also choose the perspective you want to focus on in your ECW assignments, allowing you to tailor your learning, follow your interests and build expertise in the areas that inspire you most. It’s an engaging way to develop your voice, strengthen your analytical skills and make your studies truly