Politics and English Literature (Hons) Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Politics and English Literature (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University provides a comprehensive interdisciplinary education that balances the study of governance and power with the exploration of diverse literary texts. This programme is designed to equip students with a sophisticated understanding of how political decisions shape society and how literature reflects and challenges these global structures.

Why Politics and English Literature (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

• Benefit from a thriving cultural scene in Liverpool, featuring literary festivals, independent bookshops, and the renowned Central Library.
• Engage with internationally recognised researchers, with over 80% of English staff publications rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the REF.
• Access rare books and manuscripts held within the university's own special collections for hands-on historical research.
• Participate in the Practitioners in Politics series, featuring insights from MPs, the Mayor of Liverpool, and the Merseyside Commissioner for Crime and Policing.
• Study at the Hope Park campus, located near The Reader Organisation in Calderstones Park, a significant hub for literature lovers.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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

Syllabus

This Combined Honours degree is split equally between both subjects. Modules may include:

• Fiction, Poetry, and Drama
• Autobiography and Travel Writing
• Slave Narratives
• Political Ideas and Institutions
• Political Research
• Sustainability and Identity in Literature
• Climate Change and Identity Politics
• Publishing and Digital Technologies
• Critical Thinking

Careers with Politics and English Literature (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for a diverse range of professional pathways thanks to the development of advanced analytical, communication, and critical skills. The programme embeds employability throughout the curriculum, supporting transitions into various sectors.

Potential career destinations include roles in publishing, journalism, and teaching. Graduates may also find opportunities in marketing, the creative industries, or pursue further academic study at the postgraduate level. The inclusion of work placement opportunities and networking with political practitioners further enhances graduate prospects in local, national, and global organisations.