English, BA (Hons)

Studying literature at the University of Southampton explores history, politics, science, and visual media, fostering critical skills to interpret past cultures and shape future ones. The program spans topics from medieval tales to modern global fictions, with the university ranked 6th in the UK for English research quality and 98% of graduates in employment or further study. A diverse range of modules includes fiction, experimental poetry, contemporary women's writing, creative works, and environmental literature, complemented by workshops, student groups, and partnerships with sites like Chawton House and the John Hansard Gallery.Students can study abroad for a semester, year, or summer, and utilise advanced Digital Humanities facilities such as virtual reality and 3D technology. Assessment features lectures, tutorials, coursework, projects, and exams, with ongoing feedback from personal academic tutors to support learning and improvement.

You will study a variety of topics that cover the fundamental aspects of English and you will have the opportunity to tailor your course to your interests by choosing some of your modules. Just some of the modules you may study include: English on the Move; Poetic Language; The Act of the Essay; The Novel; Holocaust Literature; Puzzles about Art; Scriptwriting and Literature. For further module information visit: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/english-degree-ba#modules