Embark on a journey through time and text with the BA History / English Literature degree at Aberystwyth University. This joint honours programme is crafted for those captivated by the narratives of the past and the power of literary expression, offering a unique lens through which to understand human experience across centuries. You will explore diverse historical periods and literary movements, from medieval manuscripts to contemporary global issues, developing a nuanced appreciation for how history shapes literature and vice versa. This course is ideal if you seek to hone your analytical and critical thinking skills while engaging with rich primary sources and scholarly debates.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is structured over three years, allowing you to delve deeply into core modules and a wide array of optional units. You will engage with subjects such as literary theory, historical research methodologies, and specific periods like Victorian childhoods or African-American history, alongside options in contemporary writing and classical drama. Your studies will culminate in an independent dissertation, providing a significant opportunity to pursue your own research interests. You will graduate with highly transferable skills in research, critical analysis, and persuasive communication, preparing you for careers in education, publishing, archival work, and beyond.