English Literature and Language should appeal to you if you have an interest in:

• how language is used in everyday communication, including the digital world, and how it varies depending on who uses it, where, and why
• the study of literary texts and literary genres from the Renaissance to the 21st century.

 

Why you should study this course

• You can develop transferable skills in criticism, analysis and interpersonal communication which are vital in many careers, such as the teaching, legal, media, marketing, financial and public sector professions.
• You can develop further grounding in both linguistic and literary analysis, and develop your understanding of language use and literary genres and periods.
• Through your study of English language, you will develop an understanding of how English works as a system of communication that helps to define ourselves, the societies we live in, and the whole world.
• In English literature, you’ll have the opportunity to examine a range of fictional works from different countries and explore the ways in which the world is interpreted through them.
• With links with a wide variety of potential employers such as secondary schools, magazines, newspapers and local charities you could receive further insights on how to enter your desired career path.