BA (Hons) English Literature at York St John University

Books can change the world. Discover the power of the written word on our English Literature degree. Words matter. That’s our philosophy. We believe that reading literature from times, places and lives that are different from our own provides a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. On this degree you will delve deep into both literary texts themselves and their place in the societies and cultures surrounding them.

Faculty: School of Humanities  |  Duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: September 2027, September 2028  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Introduction to Literary Studies 1; Writing, Research and Literature; Forms of Narrative; Introduction to Literary Studies 2; Theorising Literature: Power and Identity; Canonicity; Literature at Work; English Literature Research Project. Optional modules include Literary Theory; Dawn of Print; Adaptations; Science Fiction for Survival; Mapping America; Conflicting Words.

Career pathways

English Literature is a versatile subject that can lead to a variety of exciting career paths. This is a great choice if you want to keep your options open. Example roles include Publishing; Teaching; Public services; Editing and copywriting; Journalism; Marketing or PR.

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