BA (Hons) English Literature with Spanish in Leicester United Kingdom | De Montfort University

Explore a diverse selection of English literary works from global authors spanning various historical periods and movements, including Victorian literature and Romanticism, alongside celebrated writers like William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe. Discover how texts function and examine literature's societal impact both today and throughout history. You'll learn from internationally distinguished scholars who will help you develop confident expression and polished writing skills. Our department conducts groundbreaking research across fields from medieval studies to contemporary literature, linguistics, creative writing, and digital humanities.

The modern languages option allows you to study Chinese Mandarin, French, or Spanish alongside your English literature degree. This includes beginner or intermediate language courses, featuring two weekly language sessions plus one cultural studies hour. The cultural awareness component explores the history, traditions, political systems, and literary heritage of your chosen language. In your final year, you can specialize by selecting career-focused language studies, such as business language courses, providing valuable insights for your professional future.
Duration: Three years full-time, four years with placement