English University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course Overview

This degree combines a commitment to the large historical picture of English studies (from Beowulf to Tom Wolfe) with a responsiveness to new directions and concerns of the subject precipitated by developments in critical and cultural theory.

Designed to offer a challenging and enjoyable intellectual experience; it also provides a foundation for a host of different careers, fostering and developing analytic reading and clear structured writing, independent and cooperative working: skills essential for any modern workplace with its demand for the anaylsis of information and the writing of complex reports.

There is a strong sense of community among students and staff, and the ratio of staff to students is such that students can have ready and easy access to all their lecturers. The small classes are always friendly and never intimidating, allowing staff to get to know their students on a first-name basis.

Key Features

Reasons to choose this course include:

• Research-active, published staff with expertise in literature, television, film, drama and writing
• Modular choice
• Strong vocational relevance
• Trips, conferences, and events

Modules

Taking into account that student choices and requirements can differ radically, as well as ensuring a rounded knowledge of English generally, the scheme offers a wide range of optional modules:

• Research Skills
• The Renaissance
• Contemporary Writing
• Romantic Poetry and Prose
• Historicising Texts
• Medieval Literature
• Archiving
• Conference Participation
• Welsh Writing in English
• Study Abroad Options

Course Tutor(s)

• Dr Peter Mitchell
• Dr Jeni Williams
• Dr Paul Wright
• Dr Dic Edwards

Assessment

Students are assessed through a wide range of methods: mostly essays, some presentations, some (mostly seen) examinations where questions are supplied in advance to enable fair and detailed preparation. Option modules also offer creative or practice-based assessment (eg archiving, exhibition).

Career Opportunities

Career and employment opportunities include:

• Teaching
• Writing
• Publishing
• Film, Television and Media
• Journalism and Reviewing
• Arts Management
• Business and Marketing
• Any administrative job that requires skilled writing and analytic reading

Further Information

• Study literature and culture from the Renaissance to the present day
• The rare option to study pre-Renaissance literature
• Committed staff with a wide range of scholarly and creative publications who are experienced in teaching students from a wide range of backgrounds
• Individual pathways tailored to suit your interests
• Research active, published staff with expertise in a wide range of literary topics
• Modular choice
• Strong vocational relevance
• Small group and seminar discussion

Visiting the University

For any students considering studying BA English at UWTSD it is worthwhile attending a Visit Day or Open Day. You can take a tour of the Lampeter campus, meet some students, and question the lecturers to get a comprehensive understanding of the university and its teaching. To find out more about forthcoming dates visit the Open Day and Visit Day pages.

Related Courses

• BA Chinese Civilisation and English
• BA English and Chinese Studies
• BA Creative Writing and English
• BA History and English
• BA Philosophy and English

Tuition Fees

Annual tuition fees for entry in the academic year 2017/18 are as follows:

UK/EU: £9,000

International: £14,900

Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3% for International students and at the capped fee rate as set by the UK Government for UK/EU students.

You can find further information on fees and how to pay on our Student Finance pages.

You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit the University's Bursaries and Scholarships page

Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Wales Trinity Saint David to find course entry requirements.

View foundation and pathway programmes to help you meet academic and language entry requirements.