English Literature (Hons) University of East Anglia

Overview

This English Literature (Hons) degree is highly flexible, letting you follow your own literary interests. You'll also gain a firm grounding in writing from across time, countries, and genres. University of East Anglia tutors have a rich range of literary specialisms, from the medieval to the present day. They will help you to deepen your understanding of authors and books you already know and love. They'll also inspire you to explore exciting new texts and writers you've never heard of before. 

Our BA English Literature modules are assessed through 100% coursework. Our passionate and expert lecturers will help you cultivate your critical writing and analysis. In seminars, you'll take part in friendly group discussions. Outside the classroom, guided learning exercises will support your studies. You'll build up a new understanding of how to work with words: both other people's and your own. 

After the Course

On graduating from your English Literature degree, you’ll be uniquely poised as a nimble thinker, a skilled reader and an excellent communicator. You might go on to work in the arts, media, publishing, politics, charities and NGOs, teaching or the commercial sector. Or you could go into marketing, like our former student Rebecca. You’ll be equipped with sought-after skills of critical reading, independence, time management, teamwork, and many more. You’ll also be well placed to study for a postgraduate degree.  

Our Careers Service is here to support you in launching your career by advising with CV writing, internships, and much more. Every year we run an event, Working with Words, which gives current students the chance to meet and hear from successful UEA alumni from across the creative industries. UEA has its own in-house student publishing project, Egg Box, along with many other exciting initiatives that give you opportunities to turn your love of literature into a foundation for your future career.  

Careers

Examples of careers you could enter include: 

• Journalism  
• Publishing 
• Media  
• Marketing  
• Heritage and Museums  
• Teaching