English Literature and Drama (Hons) Bangor University

Overview

Connected not just by their creativity, Literature and Drama employ similar techniques to engage and inspire audiences. Informing and shaping society, they have the power to influence the mindsets of generations through their portrayal of cultural, historical or political events and themes, relationships and emotions.

One of the oldest English Literature departments in the UK, Bangor’s specialisms range from the literatures of the Middle Ages and Renaissance period, through to Victorian and Modernist forms. The Drama staff have creative portfolios in theatre, short films and production.

As part of English Literature and Drama (Hons) programme offered by Bangor University, you will perform in, or attend performances at, public venues such as Pontio or our stunning Prichard Jones Hall. Outside the course you can prepare and publish submissions for the Writers’ Guild or you can join the Rostra Theatre Society, English Drama Society, or Bangor Musical Theatre Society.

Careers

English Literature and Drama graduates have gone on to work in a range of roles across the media, creative and cultural industries.

Potential English Literature career paths include journalism, teaching, creative writing, professional writing, publishing, advertising, marketing and public relations.

Many of the Drama graduates choose to work within the theatre, film and/or the television industry, either as actors, directors and playwrights. Some take up production posts as researchers, producers, technicians, or designers.

Within the education and social context, some graduates obtain further training to pursue a career as a drama teacher, social worker, drama therapist, community theatre facilitator or counsellor.

The transferable skills gained from studying English Literature and Drama in communication, presentation, creativity, critical thinking and collaboration can lead to more general careers in the civil service, for government organisations, research institutes, think tanks, and charities.

Typical professions include:

• Academic librarian and archivist

• Actor

• Arts administrator

• Author

• Choreographer

• Community theatre director

• Copywriter 

• Director

• Editor/editorial assistant

• Events manager

• Journalist 

• Marketing, social media and PR

• Publisher 

• Researcher (TV and radio)

• Screen/scriptwriter

• Stage manager

• Talent agent

• Teacher