BA Hons English

The English BA (Hons) course at the University of Derby allows students to develop a deep understanding of English literature, nurture their love for the subject, and improve their skills in critical thinking, research, communication, and presentation. The course is designed with a balance between tradition and innovation, with a rich combination of classic literature and contemporary works.Course Content: The curriculum of this course provides students with an in-depth exploration of English Literature from the Renaissance Period to the present day. Students will also have the opportunity to study a wide array of texts from different genres, eras, and cultures, including novels, poems, plays, speeches, and short stories. The course includes optional modules which allow students to delve into areas such as creative writing, children’s literature, film studies, journalism, and more. The final year of study includes a dissertation project where students can explore their specific interests in great depth.Key Modules: Some of the key modules in this course include ‘Reading, Theory and Interpretation’, ‘Renaissance to Restoration: Literature 1500-1700’, ‘Introduction to Drama: Shakespeare to Sheridan’, ‘Gothic to Romantic: Literature 1700-1830’, ‘Travel and Transgression’, ‘Twentieth Century American Literature’, ‘English Dissertation’, among others.Future Careers: The English BA (Hons) at the University of Derby prepares students for a wide variety of careers. Graduates often work in careers where creativity, analysis, and communication skills are essential. These include roles in journalism, publishing, advertising, marketing, PR, teaching, librarianship, and arts administration. In addition, the course also provides a solid foundation for postgraduate study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.