48 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
English Language and Literature
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Through the critical reading of texts of all kinds, our joint honours programme in English Literature and History helps you understand today's world while shedding light on the past.
English Literature
Our programme aims to develop your critical, analytic, linguistic and creative skills by engaging with a broad range of texts and a variety of approaches to reading.
You will explore the cultural contexts of writing in English from all over the world, from the late Middle Ages to the present.
History
History at Edinburgh is distinctive for its range of historical themes, chronological periods and geographical areas. You can choose from courses covering:
- the early Middle Ages to the most recent past
- Britain and Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas
Further, our courses offer a rich variety of approaches to the past, including:
- political history
- cultural history
- social history
- economic history
- intellectual history
- gender history
- global and transnational history
Why Edinburgh
The historic city of Edinburgh is the first UNESCO World City of Literature. For centuries, it has been the home and muse of many great writers.
History has been taught at the University of Edinburgh since its foundation in 1583. We are the oldest department of English Literature in the UK, and one of the longest-established in the world.
From the University's Special Collections to the National Library of Scotland, the city's resources for studying literature and history are exceptional.
Our programme prepares you to contribute to a society in which an understanding of texts of all kinds is crucially important. It shows an openness to ideas and perspectives other than your own, an essential attribute in many careers and a global marketplace.
Programme benefits
- Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
- Specialise in different periods, topics and approaches to literature and history as you move through your programme.
- Learn in the heart of an historic city - a UNESCO World City of Literature.
- Join societies, attend events, and try your hand at creative writing, publishing and more.
- Explore fantastic libraries, collections and archives at the University and in the city.
- Gain the skills and confidence for life after university.
Programme overview
Main Subject
English Language and Literature
Degree
MA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Through the critical reading of texts of all kinds, our joint honours programme in English Literature and History helps you understand today's world while shedding light on the past.
English Literature
Our programme aims to develop your critical, analytic, linguistic and creative skills by engaging with a broad range of texts and a variety of approaches to reading.
You will explore the cultural contexts of writing in English from all over the world, from the late Middle Ages to the present.
History
History at Edinburgh is distinctive for its range of historical themes, chronological periods and geographical areas. You can choose from courses covering:
- the early Middle Ages to the most recent past
- Britain and Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas
Further, our courses offer a rich variety of approaches to the past, including:
- political history
- cultural history
- social history
- economic history
- intellectual history
- gender history
- global and transnational history
Why Edinburgh
The historic city of Edinburgh is the first UNESCO World City of Literature. For centuries, it has been the home and muse of many great writers.
History has been taught at the University of Edinburgh since its foundation in 1583. We are the oldest department of English Literature in the UK, and one of the longest-established in the world.
From the University's Special Collections to the National Library of Scotland, the city's resources for studying literature and history are exceptional.
Our programme prepares you to contribute to a society in which an understanding of texts of all kinds is crucially important. It shows an openness to ideas and perspectives other than your own, an essential attribute in many careers and a global marketplace.
Programme benefits
- Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
- Specialise in different periods, topics and approaches to literature and history as you move through your programme.
- Learn in the heart of an historic city - a UNESCO World City of Literature.
- Join societies, attend events, and try your hand at creative writing, publishing and more.
- Explore fantastic libraries, collections and archives at the University and in the city.
- Gain the skills and confidence for life after university.
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