English and History, BA (Hons)

At Ulster University in the United Kingdom, students can pursue a joint programme in English and History. The English component focuses on key authors from the Elizabethan era to the 20th century, including Shakespeare and Seamus Heaney, while offering flexibility through optional modules in areas like creative writing, gender studies, American literature, and topics such as historical fiction or modern drama. Two-thirds of the course consists of these electives, allowing students to tailor their studies and complete a dissertation in their final year under faculty guidance. This structure ensures a strong foundation in English literature alongside personalised expertise.The History element complements English by fostering a critical understanding of various periods, themes, and geographies through source analysis and module credits totalling 120 points per year. Students develop skills in evaluating historical arguments and constructing their own. Note that this course does not award Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), which is required for teaching in state schools in England or Wales.