English Literature and Drama with a Placement Year (Hons) University of East Anglia

Overview

English Literature and Drama both explore how characters, stories, and forms of expression allow us to reflect on ourselves and imagine new worlds. Working between language, imagery, and imagination, these powerful artforms tell us about our history, and give us the tools to explore who we are, and who we could be. 

At English Literature and Drama with a Placement Year (Hons) program from University of East Anglia you’ll encounter literature from across centuries and genres, from ancient epics to modern experimentation, and from medieval quests to contemporary fiction. You’ll explore theatre practices from around the world, on the page, on the stage, and on screen. You’ll learn the art and craft of acting, theatre-making, writing, and production. 

Placement Year

Want to graduate with professional experience? On this course, you’ll spend 9-12 months of your third year* gaining work experience and employability skills in a relevant workplace of your choice. You’ll be responsible for securing your own placement with the support of the Career Central Service and your own School. You’ll begin preparing for your placement early in your first year and will receive guidance each step along the way. 

You’ll have freedom to choose a specific area in which to complete your placement, and preparatory sessions will help you clarify what your academic and career niche might be. English Literature and Drama applies to a wide range of placements in fields such as heritage, business, the public sector, creative industries and many more. Our main requirement is that the tasks you complete cover main learning outcomes and have the complexity needed for you to develop the skills you’ll need for your final year and beyond. 

Career Pathways

Examples of careers that you could enter include:

• Theatre and film  
• Journalism  
• Media  
• Teaching  
• Finance  
• Publishing