BA (Hons) in English Literature and History with Placement Year, Lancaster University

This interdisciplinary program combines the study of literature and history across a wide range of periods, from ancient to modern times. Students explore texts and artefacts from different continents and centuries, developing skills in analysis, communication, and critical persuasion. The course encourages students to map their own academic journey by choosing modules that explore diverse themes such as Medieval Theatre, the Cold War, and environmental history, culminating in a third-year dissertation on a self-chosen topic. The program promotes small-group seminars with world-class scholars, literary events with visiting authors, and opportunities for real-world skill development including placements and journal activities. The proximity to the Lake District and historic Lancaster provides a rich cultural and geographical context for studying local and global histories. The curriculum emphasizes active learning, with a focus on understanding the past to inform present and future issues, fostering a comprehensive understanding of Britain’s historical and literary landscape.