Spanish and English Literature, MA (Hons)

Spanish serves as the official language in 20 countries and is widely spoken in additional territories, including the United States, where it has profoundly influenced international literature alongside English-speaking cultures for centuries. This joint honours programme at Edinburgh develops critical, analytical, linguistic, and creative skills through engagement with diverse texts in English and Spanish, alongside intensive language training.Celebrating its centenary in 2019, Spanish studies at Edinburgh, led by experts, explore the rich cultures of Spain, Latin America, and the Caribbean, including advanced skills in speaking, writing, and translation via a year abroad. English Literature, based in the UK's oldest department in a UNESCO City of Literature, focuses on critical reading of poetry, drama, and prose from the Middle Ages to today. The flexible programme allows specialisation, optional courses in other disciplines, and additional languages, equipping graduates with intercultural competencies valued in global careers.