Sustainable Development and Literature (Hons) University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Overview

Throughout the Sustainable Development and Literature BA (Hons) from The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) you will also explore Literature in a global context, looking in depth at language and literary history within texts and on the international literary stage. Our modules cover a wide range of authors, in English and translation, from the classical to the contemporary. With a solid foundation in genres and periods in years one and two, and research-based modules in years three and four, you will become a confident and enthusiastic writer, researcher, and reader.

The world is facing the prospect of a climate emergency, with decision-makers grappling with how to understand and respond to the pressures on our environment and society. Sustainable Development, from the local to the global, is essential if society is to tackle the challenges faced. The necessary changes will impact on every facet of society, culture and the economy; this is a critical moment to study sustainability.

Special features

• You will study Sustainable Development and Literature at The University of the Highlands and Islands in an international context, allowing you to combine the study of the social world, environment, and economics, with the study of literature

• This degree is delivered by tutors with years of experience of teaching at a distance, and can be studied from home, full or part-time, to suit your circumstances

• You can study individual modules for personal or professional development

Career opportunities:

Once you have successfully completed your BA (Hons) Sustainable Development and Literature course, you might like to consider careers in: 

• Government departments and development agencies 

• Economic development departments of local authorities 

• Community enterprises and community energy groups 

• Community land initiatives 

• Natural and rural heritage organisations 

• Voluntary sector development posts 

• Journalism and the media

• Tourism

• Museums and archives

• Research