English

Throughout the ages, the written word has been a powerful force for political action, historical documentary, creative expression and transformation. At NTU, we share your passion for English, and on this degree we bring this passion to enhancing, interrogating, and challenging your understanding, while also developing your talents and strengths.

The English course at NTU is a forward-thinking program that encourages students to explore the relevance of literature in today's world while critically engaging with the past. Through a mix of traditional and digital methods, students are encouraged to think creatively and express themselves flexibly. The course team consists of active researchers and writers, ensuring that the latest developments in the field are incorporated into the curriculum.

Students have the freedom to choose from a range of optional modules, allowing them to specialize and develop interdisciplinary connections. In their final year, they can opt for a traditional dissertation or an industry-focused capstone project. The course also offers strong links with cultural organizations, including Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature, providing opportunities for students to engage with the local literary community and industry.

NTU’s English program stands out for its supportive, close-knit learning environment and its strong emphasis on employability. The course is designed to develop foundational skills in the first year, deepen knowledge in the second, and allow students to pursue their passion in the third year. With its focus on both academic and professional development, the course provides a comprehensive pathway for success in the creative industries.

Why study English at NTU?

• Active engagement with contemporary cultural issues.

• Informed by cutting-edge research and developments in the discipline, including the subject’s relationship with digital technologies.

• A highly personalised, inclusive, and supportive environment.

• Embedded employability pathways, and opportunities for practicing skills in expression and creativity in workplace settings and the wider community.

Throughout the course, modules will cover a variety of subjects, a few examples include: Literary Pasts, Presents and Futures, Reading the Future, Writing in a UNESCO City of Literature, Literary Practices: Writing, Editing, Publishing, Rebel Literatures, and Writing Justice, Changing Worlds.To view the full list of modules, visit the course page: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/arts-and-humanities/ug/ba-hons-english

English module assessments are varied and engaging. Modules are mainly assessed through a combination of essays, blogposts, portfolios, podcasts, presentations (digital and in-person), creative responses and outputs, critical responses to digital resources, textual analysis, reviews, project proposals, and digital media exercises, helping you to hone a wide range of work-ready skills and attributes.