BA (Hons.) English Literature

The BA in English Literature at Leeds Beckett University offers a unique blend of traditional and innovative studies in English literature. The course aims to develop students' critical reading, writing and research skills, as well as their ability to shape and share ideas in written and spoken discourse. The course offers the flexibility for students to tailor their studies to suit their interests and career ambitions.Course Content: This course comprises a variety of literature from the Renaissance period to the present day. It covers topics such as poetry, prose, drama, and political writings. Students have the opportunity to study the literature of slavery, the literature of protest, Gothic literature, war literature, postcolonial literature, and contemporary literary theories.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Introduction to Literary Studies, Twentieth-Century Literatures and Cultures, Renaissance Literatures and Cultures, Victorian Literatures and Cultures, and Dissertation in English Literature.Future Careers: The course opens up a range of career paths for students. Graduates have pursued careers in teaching, journalism, public relations, arts management, publishing, and professional writing. They also go on to further study in areas such as journalism, education, and law.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.