Embark on a transformative academic journey with the BA Comparative Literatures and Cultures at the University of Exeter, a programme designed for intellectually curious students eager to explore the vast landscape of global literary and cultural expression. You will delve into how texts and cultural artefacts migrate across borders, examining pressing issues such as migration, environmental concerns, and evolving notions of gender and sexuality through a decolonial lens. This undergraduate degree offers a unique opportunity to engage with diverse theoretical approaches and move beyond the traditional Western canon, fostering a critical understanding of cultural production worldwide.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelors Degree is studied over three years, immersing you in a rich academic environment. You will develop your analytical skills through compulsory modules like 'Comparative Literatures and Cultures: Theories and Approaches' and 'Reading Comparatively', alongside a wide array of optional modules spanning film, history, and diverse linguistic traditions. Your studies will culminate in an extended dissertation, allowing you to pursue an in-depth research project. You will graduate with a sophisticated understanding of global cultures and literatures, prepared for careers in publishing, cultural heritage, diplomacy, and further academic research.