The Bachelor of Arts in English Studies at Trinity College Dublin offers you a comprehensive exploration of literature and writing in English, spanning diverse cultures and historical periods. If you are passionate about analysing narrative, understanding critical theory, and developing your own sophisticated arguments, this undergraduate degree is designed for you. You will delve into the history of English, Anglo-Irish, American, and post-colonial literatures, gaining a deep appreciation for the evolution of language and literary expression. This course is ideal for students who enjoy critical reading, contextual analysis, and articulate written expression.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years, beginning with compulsory modules that introduce you to core critical approaches and literary texts. As you progress, you will have the freedom to select from a wide array of specialist option modules in areas such as popular literature, creative writing, and global Shakespeare, taught in advanced small-group seminars. In your final year, you will complete a significant Capstone project, potentially a dissertation or a creative writing portfolio. You will graduate with highly developed analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills, prepared for diverse postgraduate study or careers in publishing, education, journalism, and beyond.