English Literature (Hons) University of Greenwich

Overview

The definition of literature is inclusive, allowing you to engage with drama, film, graphic novels and visual art alongside your studies of novels and poetry. American, European and transnational literatures are all well represented on our curriculum.

At University of Greenwich , our English Literature (Hons) course structure is flexible, allowing you to learn another language, study journalism, or develop a creative voice. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a work placement or dissertation.

What you should know about this course

• Study texts from different centuries and different continents to gain a comprehensive understanding of English literature

• Deepen your own responses to literature by engaging with cultural, historical and theoretical contexts

• Explore fiction, poetry, drama and visual narratives within a varied programme of literary study

• Choose from optional modules from other disciplines such as creative writing, film studies, journalism and languages

• Develop your writing, close-reading and research skills and learn to put forward coherent and persuasive arguments - an invaluable skill to graduate with

Career:

The skills you acquire through studying our courses will prepare you for careers in a wide range of industries and jobs. Graduates of English Literature have gone on to careers in teaching, journalism, publishing, the media, and arts administration, as well as roles in central or local government and social work. You may also go on to postgraduate study. Some of these career options may require further training.