BA (Honours) in English and United States Literature in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

Essex has long been a hub for American Studies, where our multidisciplinary approach encompassing literature, film, art, history, and politics helps you decode the intricacies of American society and the ideals of the American dream. You'll examine themes of nationalism and regional identity, alongside the pivotal struggles surrounding race, gender, and religion that have shaped US history and culture. This exploration reveals the profound connections between the development of American literature and the formation of national identity.

Dive into US literary works ranging from Mark Twain's pioneering realism and Frederick Douglass's powerful slave narratives to the innovative styles of Hemingway and Faulkner, culminating in modern voices like Cormac McCarthy and Toni Morrison. Your studies will also encompass the English literary tradition, spanning from Shakespeare's era to twentieth-century masterpieces.
A literature degree offers boundless opportunities.
The career paths available to literature graduates are as diverse as the students themselves, with many alumni excelling in publishing and theater. Notable successes include one graduate now leading editorial operations at a major publishing firm and another recently appointed to direct a prominent national theater.