On this course, you’ll immerse yourself in both classic and contemporary masterpieces of English literature, and learn all about the evolution of English itself from its Anglo-Saxon roots to its current status as a global language. Are you inspired by the power of stories? Our literature offerings cover everything from Shakespeare to the latest science fiction. Would you like to explore aspects of language and communication? You can choose from fascinating modules such as Stylistics, Language of Humour, or Face and Politeness. Or would you like to create your own novel, screenplay, or video game script? You can experiment with creative writing in modules such as Writing Beyond the Page.

Why study English at Huddersfield?

• From the second year on, numerous optional modules allow you to design your own customized pathway to match your own changing interests as you progress through the course.
• Whether you decide to specialize or stay versatile, this course grants you maximum freedom to explore the whole spectrum of English studies.
• Our team of academic staff are ranked in the top 5 in the UK for the quality of their research publications (REF 2014).
• 100% of graduates from this course are in work and/or further study fifteen months after graduating (HESA Graduate Outcomes 17/18, UK domiciled graduates).
• We get you out of the classroom on a range of exciting fieldtrips including The Bronte Parsonage, The British Library and Shakespeare's Globe in London.
• Every year students also have the chance to get involved in events at the Huddersfield Literature Festival.

Placements

The course offers a compulsory 5 week work placement in Year 2. If you’re studying full-time, this course also offers an optional one-year (48 weeks) work placement after the second year, in the UK or abroad. This will give you the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience, insight into your chosen career and open up your graduate employment prospects. Our Placement Unit and academic staff have excellent industry links and can support you in applying for and finding your placement(s), as well as during your placement year.

Recent English Literature graduates have taken placements at Pen and Sword Books, Kirklees Local TV, Numberworks & Words and a range of primary and secondary schools.