English (Hons) University of Northampton

Overview

Key Facts

This English (Hons) course from University of Northampton offers innovative, research-driven topics of English literature. In the first year you will study a range of modules which will analyse different genres of writing, how Shakespeare is represented in 21st Century texts and films, the use of literary and creative language, Contemporary British Literature and American literature, whilst also giving you the opportunity to undertake some creative writing of your own. Throughout your study you will work with academics who regularly publish as experts in their fields.

In the second and third years, you will be able to choose from a range of option modules which include Anglo-Saxon and Medieval Literature, Children’s and YA literature, American Literature, Gothic writing, Urban Literature, Creative Writing and the adaptation of literary texts for film and television. You will also undertake an extended study of literature in your third-year dissertation which will enable you to explore in depth a topic, genre or author of your own choice.

The team of lecturers is big enough to offer a variety of modules, but small enough to provide you with a close-knit learning environment. You will know your tutors personally and see them regularly and there will always be someone to help you with your academic study, and to provide pastoral support hand-in-hand with Northampton’s excellent student support services.

Career Opportunities

• Graduates in English from the University of Northampton go on to work in a variety of careers including teaching, publishing, marketing, librarianship, business, journalism and media, management and local government. In addition, many go on to postgraduate study including the University of Northampton MA in Contemporary Literature.