In the final year, you are able to concentrate your studies on one or two substantial areas. Study Abroad Students are encouraged to take part in a semester of study abroad. Please see Study Abroad for further details. There are lectures on each module, but the Department is committed to teaching in small groups, where students can learn from discussion and a personal response to their written work. Assessment will be half by coursework and half by written examinations.
Modules examined by dissertation are available in the third year.
Skills and Careers As well as developing your abilities as a scholar and critic, the English course gives you transferable skills that may be of use in your future career.