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Explore themes of identity, emotion, and society through our dynamic English Literature program. At St Mary's, you'll immerse yourself in the cultural and historical contexts of diverse literary works. Develop critical thinking and analytical skills that prepare you for professional careers or advanced academic pursuits. Our curriculum examines literature through interdisciplinary lenses, covering subjects such as:London theaterGender and sexualityRomantic era writersGothic literaturePsychology and physicalityModernist movements.With numerous elective modules available, you can tailor your studies to match your personal interests.Placement Year OverviewThe optional placement year allows you to gain practical experience with an organization between your second and final year.This opportunity helps you to:implement academic knowledge in real-world settingsenhance your business acumen and industry understandingcultivate professional abilities through workplace training, networking, and confidence buildinggain valuable experience to boost your employability or secure future positions.Career ProspectsOur English Literature program equips you with versatile skills including analytical reasoning, adaptability, and effective communication.Graduates pursue diverse career paths in fields such as:media industriespublishing sectoracademic researchbusiness managementjournalism careers