English Literature and American Studies (Hons) Northumbria University

Overview

Through this English Literature and American Studies (Hons) BA programme from Northumbria University inspired teaching and intellectual debate, we will nurture your passion by developing your creative and critical thinking. You will learn how to communicate effectively and solve complex problems as you develop an awareness of how past cultures, societies and texts shape our present and future.

Career opportunities:

• The English Literature and American Studies (Hons) at the Northumbria University produces graduates who are equipped with excellent practical and transferable skills, such as flexibility, motivation and the ability to communicate effectively in different formats. The programme will foster your intellectual curiosity and help you to become a critical, independent and creative thinker. You will learn to combine excellent research skills with the ability to analyse texts and language closely. You will develop an understanding not only of the cultural, social, political and historical dynamics of North America, but of the modern world more generally. Your degree will enable you to become a valued contributor to the community and the wider world in which you live.
• The versatile set of skills you will develop through your studies will be the key to unlocking your success after graduation. Graduates from both our current English Literature and American Studies courses have gone onto careers in publishing, journalism, teaching, advertising and marketing.