English (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The English (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University offers a comprehensive exploration of language and literature within their historical and contemporary contexts. Students engage with a diverse range of materials, including novels, poetry, theatrical performances, and digital media, to understand how communication shapes our world. This programme encourages a deep analysis of global issues such as social justice, sustainability, and cultural identity.

Why English (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

• Study in Cambridge, a world-renowned literary hub home to major publishing houses and over 30 English language schools.
• Benefit from the expertise of published authors and Royal Literary Fund Fellows who provide dedicated writing support.
• Engage with the Cambridge Writing Centre to showcase your work and network with professional writers and teachers.
• Experience award-winning education at a university named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023.
• Access interdisciplinary optional modules in subjects such as film, media, sociology, and politics to broaden your expertise.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17500 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• How Texts Work
• Study of Literature and Writing
• Deconstructing Communication
• Language, Communication and Society
• History of the Novel
• Bridging Cultures
• Woke Wars
• Modernism to the Millenium
• Prejudice and Ideologies

Careers with English (Hons)

Graduates from this programme develop a versatile toolkit of transferable skills, including narrative communication, critical analysis, and digital literacy. These attributes are highly sought after in the creative industries, which represent a significant and growing portion of the UK economy. Students are prepared for professional roles in journalism, teaching, law, and business consultancy.

The curriculum integrates employability sessions and live briefs, allowing students to solve real-world problems for industry professionals. Alumni have secured successful positions at major organisations, including roles as linguists and solutions architects at Amazon, as well as management positions in language schools and international educational services. The degree also provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in literature or intercultural communication.