BA (Hons) English Literature and American Studies in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

Our combined English Literature and American Studies program enables you to explore literary works across diverse regions and time periods while specializing in North America's literature, culture, history, and politics. Through dynamic instruction and scholarly discussion, we'll cultivate your enthusiasm by enhancing your creative and analytical abilities. You'll master effective communication and problem-solving while gaining insight into how historical cultures, societies, and texts influence our modern world and beyond.

How does this program enhance career prospects?

Northumbria's Literature and American Studies program merges your love for human narratives with tangible career preparation. You'll connect with the heritage sector through departmental excursions, visiting speakers, and academic collaborations. We'll introduce you to publishing and book production, potentially leading to our distinctive MA in Publishing with partners Hachette and New Writing North. Aspiring educators can begin their teaching journey through specialized modules focused on tutoring school or college students.

Northumbria's English Literature academic environment

Your perspective matters in our interactive seminars and small-group discussions. From the outset, we encourage students to collectively analyze texts and narratives. We explore contemporary themes like gender equality and poetry's capacity to reflect cultural movements or societal trends. Your academic journey culminates in a significant creative writing project or dissertation, allowing you to contribute original work to literary scholarship.

Students may expand their educational experience through industry placements or international study opportunities in Europe or North America.

Career skill development

This program equips graduates with valuable practical and transferable skills including adaptability, initiative, and versatile communication abilities. We'll nurture your intellectual curiosity, fostering critical, independent, and innovative thinking. You'll acquire advanced research capabilities alongside textual analysis skills, gaining understanding of North America's cultural, social, political, and historical contexts as well as broader global perspectives. Your degree will prepare you to make meaningful contributions to both local communities and global society.

The multifaceted skills developed through this program serve as the foundation for post-graduation success. Our alumni have pursued careers in publishing, journalism, education, advertising, and marketing.

Program Duration

3 years full-time or 4 years with placement (sandwich)/study abroad option