BA (Joint Hons) English & History

The Joint Honours in English and History undergraduate degree at the University of Strathclyde allows students to explore cultural, social, and political issues through the lens of two disciplines that complement one another. This course offers a comprehensive understanding of literature, history, and their interconnections.Course Content: The course has a flexible structure, allowing students to blend English Literature and History in the way that suits their interests most. Students can study equal amounts of both English and History or specialise more in one of the disciplines. The course develops students' understanding of English Literature in relation to wider social and historical contexts and different cultures.Key Modules: The key modules include English and History from year one to the fourth - allowing students to fully appreciate how historical and cultural changes affect literature and understanding how societies change over time. Depending on the preferred focus, students can delve deeper into chosen topics with a flexible choice of modules. Future Careers: The program prepares students for a wide range of career paths. Graduates have found success in sectors such as teaching, journalism, PR, marketing, law, business and civil service. It is also an appropriate foundation for those looking to further their academia through postgraduate studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.