English BA (International Honours) at University of St Andrews

Joint four-year BA (International Honours) delivered by the University of St Andrews and the College of William & Mary in Virginia, USA, with two years at each institution; students choose where to spend years three and four and may graduate from either university. It covers a range of historical periods, genres and critical approaches in literature, with optional creative writing.

Department: School of English  |  Duration: Four years full time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: St Andrews, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Teaching at St Andrews covers poetry, prose and drama from Old English to the present, including Scottish and Irish writing and creative writing; William & Mary adds American literature including African American literature strands.

Career pathways

Graduates enter publishing and editing, charity work and other fields using communication, critical analysis and organisation skills, including internships with the United Nations.

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