BA (Hons) English

The BA English course offered at the University of York is a flexible degree where students can shape their study according to their strengths, interests, and career ambitions. As one of the UK's leading departments in the subject, the BA English course offers a range of texts and topics, from the contemporary to the medieval, encompassing different genres and subjects of study.Course Content: The course is divided into three key stages: In the first year, students are introduced to university-level English, exploring both canonical literature and unfamiliar texts. The second year allows students to delve more deeply into their interests and provides the option of studying abroad. The final year offers the opportunity to undertake a dissertation or extended project on a topic of their choice. Key Modules: Key modules for this course include Imagining the Unseen, Victorian Literature, American Literature, Shakespeare and Early Modern Drama, Medieval Dream Poetry, and Contemporary Literature.Future Careers: Graduates of BA English from the University of York have found successful careers in a wide range of industries such as academia, journalism, finance, law, PR and communications, management and consultancy, charities and NGOs, marketing, the creative arts, and teaching. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.