BA Hons English Literature and History (Study Abroad) in Lancaster United Kingdom | Lancaster University

Customize your academic journey by choosing from an extensive selection of modules that span historical eras and literary genres, from antiquity to modernity and local to worldwide perspectives
Pursue your studies in a historically rich city, with the Romantic poets' haven of the Lake District just moments away
Attend literary gatherings featuring guest writers and scholars, held on campus, virtually, and in Lancaster's ancient Castle Quarter
Deepen your understanding through frequent small-group discussions led by renowned, internationally respected academics
Develop exceptional analytical, communicative, and persuasive abilities that will distinguish you in your future career

Investigate diverse literary forms, ranging from classical mythology to modern graphic novels, and examine pivotal historical developments from Rome's decline to the emergence of human rights. Our interdisciplinary curriculum connects you with texts and artifacts across time and geography, offering deep immersion in both literary and historical studies. With numerous module options (including Medieval Drama, Urban Gothic, The Normans in Italy, and The Cold War), you'll have the freedom to focus your final-year research project on any literary or historical subject that captivates you. Potential literature topics might include Reformation-era religious texts or cinematic portrayals of WWI, while history options could encompass global events like the Transatlantic Slave Trade or regional narratives such as the Lancashire Witch Trials.