BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing and Politics and International Relations in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Strathclyde

Our English & Creative Writing program takes a fresh, contemporary approach, offering a welcoming environment where you'll gain deep insights into English literature as a foundation for your creative endeavors. We focus on equipping you with practical skills for career advancement, including advanced text analysis and interpretation techniques. The curriculum spans diverse literary forms from poetry to novels and dramatic works across stage, screen, and radio. You'll have opportunities to collaborate with acclaimed academics and published authors during your studies. For Politics students, the program examines governmental operations, policy-making, and the dynamics between leaders and citizens both domestically and internationally. You'll explore crucial institutions and analyze matters of global conflict and cooperation. The curriculum addresses pressing contemporary issues ranging from global terrorism to significant political events like Scotland's 2014 independence vote. Our alumni have established successful careers across various sectors, with many continuing into academic research positions throughout the UK, Europe, and North America. Our Humanities & Social Sciences BA programs begin with a broad foundation, allowing you to explore three subjects in your first year before specializing. Career prospects for English graduates span numerous fields including publishing, public service, business management, media, education, and creative industries. Employers particularly value our graduates' strong communication skills and analytical thinking. Politics graduates find opportunities in media, education, public administration, and corporate sectors, with their research and analytical abilities being highly sought after. The program also serves as excellent preparation for civil service careers, business training programs, and Modern Studies teaching. Those focusing on research methodologies develop valuable social science research capabilities, while institutional studies provide ideal grounding for government roles and communication fields like journalism and advertising. Many Strathclyde Politics graduates continue into academic research positions at prestigious institutions worldwide.