BA (Hons) in Literature

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

You will explore literature in a global context, looking in depth at language and literary history within texts and on the international literary stage.

Our modules cover a wide range of authors, in English and translation, from the classical to the contemporary. With a solid foundation in genres and periods in years one and two, and research-based modules in years three and four, you will become a confident and enthusiastic writer, researcher and reader.

We teach a range of advanced specialist modules alongside more traditional content, and you are able to combine your studies with other disciplines.

Once you have successfully completed your BA (Hons) Literature course, you might like to consider careers in:

• Teaching and education
• Academia
• Publishing
• Museum and archives
• Charities
• The Media
• Heritage sector
• Creative arts
• Marketing and PR
• Government
• Writer
• Research

The highly developed critical, analytical and communication skills you will acquire through your studies will make you a strong candidate for a wide variety of careers.