BA (Hons) English Literature and History with Sandwich Year in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

For those passionate about both literature and history, this program offers the perfect blend. Exploring these fields together provides significant advantages. You'll analyze poetry, fiction, and other literary works to gain insights into historical societies, while applying literary analysis techniques to historical documents. The curriculum encourages you to examine both the distinctions and intersections between historical and literary methodologies. Upon completion, you'll possess both the meticulous research capabilities of a historian and the sophisticated communication abilities of a literature scholar. This unique program balances academic excellence with career preparation, including opportunities to enhance your global perspective through a semester abroad during your second year.

The advanced communication and analytical skills you develop will give you a competitive edge in the job market. Our alumni have pursued graduate studies or built thriving careers in diverse fields including marketing, public relations, media, journalism, publishing, education, government, and corporate sectors. Regardless of your chosen path, you'll graduate with the distinctive qualities of a Northumbria alum: capacity for critical thinking and independent learning, collaborative spirit, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to develop sustainable, ethical solutions to complex challenges.