English Literature BA (Hons)

As an English Literature student at Bangor, you will study the full range of literature from the medieval to the contemporary and develop your individual interests. In Year One, you will gain highly employable key skills in critical analysis, alongside a grounding in major literary works and popular genres. In Years Two and Three, there is an exciting choice of modules focused on historical periods and those focused on genres and topics (e.g. Arthurian, Fantasy, Welsh writing in English, Dystopian), and the chance to develop your own research project.<br/><br/>As one of the oldest English Literature departments in the UK, we have a strong history of world-class research and teaching. Our specialisms range from the literatures of the Middle Ages, Renaissance period, through to Victorian and Modernist forms. Our lecturers are established names in their respective fields, publishing on a range of topics, including gender and devotion, materiality and book history, social networks and infrastructure. Your time with us will enable you to engage directly with this thriving research culture, and to build your own writing and research skills, which are highly valued by employers.<br/><br/>‘Placement Year’ and International Experience Year’ options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to fully consider these options when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto such a pathway at the appropriate time. You can find more information about these options on our website and ifyou have any questions, please get in touch.<br/><br/>If you don’t have the required qualifications for this degree-level course or are looking to re-enter education after time away from study, then a Foundation Year Programme might be the right choice for you. Please see English Language and English Literature (with Foundation Year) QQCF.

Make new friends and life-long memories at Bangor University.<br/><br/>With accommodation guaranteed for all Clearing applicants, you can focus on, well, you! Advance your studies with the highest quality teaching, and grow in confidence in a supportive learning environment at a top 15 UK university (Uni Compare Rankings 2026). <br/><br/>There are plenty of places to meet up with friends on Bangor's stunning campus, like Bar Uno, Pontio and Barlows. You'll get the chance to beat your personal best at Brailsford Sports Centre, race against the clock at the athletics track, play on the all-weather floodlit pitch and face your fears on the climbing wall. Bangor is home to a number of specialist facilities, including a Natural History Museum, Botanic Garden and research ship, as well as a replica courtroom and fully equipped media centre.<br/><br/>Bangor’s size and friendly nature makes it easy to get to know people. The beautiful location in North Wales is situated between the mountains and sea and has excellent transport links to major UK cities. It's time to make Bangor your new home!