BA (Hons) English and American Literature with a Placement Year
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
The writers of Britain and America are deeply connected. They share common language, readers, and reference points. And they’re also very different.
Our English and American Literature with a Placement Year degree explores the commonalities and differences. You’ll study in Norwich, a UNESCO City of Literature with a vibrant contemporary writing scene. American Studies and Creative Writing are two of the most famous and highly regarded departments in the UK.
You’ll learn with authors and experts doing world-leading research on Anglo-American literature. You’ll delve into works from Chaucer and Shakespeare to Whitman and Dickinson. You’ll read contemporary poets and novelists such as Leslie Marmon Silko, Colson Whitehead and Terrance Hayes.
Our Four-Year English and American Literature with a Placement Year course allows you to tailor your studies around your interests. You’ll choose from a range of specialist modules. And you can also develop your own bespoke research project.
On this version of the course, you’ll also have the opportunity to spend your third year in a work placement, gaining invaluable real-world experience.
Key highlights
- Third year spent on a work placement gaining real-world experience
- Study in Norwich, a UNESCO City of Literature
- Learn with authors and experts researching Anglo-American literature
- Texts range from Chaucer and Shakespeare to Whitman and Dickinson
- Choose specialist modules and develop your own bespoke research project
- Read contemporary writers including Colson Whitehead and Terrance Hayes
Entry requirements
- A-level: ABB — to include including English Literature or one of the below subjects: English Language and Liter; subject specific requirements apply
- A-level: BBC — contextual offer; subject specific requirements apply
- International qualifications — Typical International Entry Requirements: We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students. A levels ABB including English Literature or one of the below subjects: English Language and Literature, English Language, History, Ancient
Careers this course leads to
- Editorial assistant
- Copywriter
- Journalist
- Publishing assistant
- Content writer
- Marketing executive
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,100 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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