Program Overview
This degree program in English emphasizes diverse literature studies from multiple eras, including writing courses and specialized electives. Students participate in coursework, seminars, and a work placement, gaining practical experience and preparing for careers in education, publishing, writing, media, and public relations. The program fosters tailored learning through electives and is taught by experienced academics in a vibrant city setting.
Program Outline
Outline:
Year 1
- English 1A & 1B
- Understanding Education in the 21st Century
- Placement & Curriculum
Year 2
- Writing Through Time 1&2
- Elective
- Culture, Society, Formation
- Education & Learning
Year 3
- Elective
- The American Novel
- Victorian Literature
- Twentieth Century Literature
- Sex, Revenge & Corruption in Renaissance Drama
- Language in Business & Organisations
- The Body: Theories & Representations
- English & Creative Writing Work Placement
Year 4
- Writing Gender in Contemporary Literature
- 21st Century Science Fiction
- Present Day Victorians
- Songs: music & literature
- Victorian Gothic
- Wild in the Renaissance
- Educational Representation in Film & Literature
- Dissertation
Assessment:
- Essays
- Written work
- Exams
- Oral work
Teaching:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Field trips
- Guest speakers
Careers:
- Education
- Publishing
- Writing
- Media
- Public relations
Other:
- The program offers a wide range of elective courses, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests.
- Students have the opportunity to gain practical experience through a work placement.
- The program is taught by a team of experienced and passionate academics.
- The program is located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city.
Scotland
£1,820 Fees for students who meet the relevant residence requirements in Scotland are subject to confirmation by the Scottish Funding Council.
England, Wales & Northern Ireland
£9,250 Assuming no change in fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study in 2024/25, this is capped at £27,750 (with the exception of the MPharm and integrated Masters programmes), MPharm students pay £9,250 for each of the four years. Students studying on integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
International
£19,600 University preparation programme fees
