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Through our undergraduate English degree, you can explore the bold and illustrious world of English Literature – ranging from the Early Middle Ages to the present day.

The University of Northampton has been ‘Ranked 1st for English Studies in the National Student Survey 2024’ for English!

BA History explores research-driven topics on British, European and World history, covering all periods from the 13th Century through to the 21st Century.

Our lecturers, all practising historians, are enthusiastic about their work and publish regularly as experts in their fields. Our diverse team of tutors are big enough to offer a variety of courses, but small enough to offer you a close-knit learning environment.

Our English lecturers are active, publishing researchers in their specialist fields, offering expert teaching in subjects ranging from Shakespeare to Victorian literature.

Our diverse team of Humanities tutors are big enough to offer a variety of courses, but small enough to offer you a close-knit learning environment.

At UON, 95% of our graduates are employed or pursuing further study within 15 months of graduation. Whether you want to work while you study or enhance your career prospects, our Student Futures team is here to help you stand out from the crowd.

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    Humanities Subject Information

    • Our Humanities courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills that will develop your passions within the field of Literature or History.

      Our English Courses will cover relevant and existing topics, led by research. This English course is designed to facilitate the development and growth with a breadth of topics that will stimulate your imagination and refine your critical thinking.

      Our History degrees will enable students to pick through a range of modules on political, social and economic history topics. Students will develop transferable skills in communication, and analysis by investigating historical artifacts.

      Our Humanities degrees include the opportunity for work placements and are available on a full time or part time basis to suit your needs. Our Undergraduate courses can also include a foundation year.

    • When choosing our Humanities degrees, we ask that candidates meet the expected criteria of your desired choice of study as our English and History programme’s requirements may differ. Further details and information about the courses can be found on their dedicated pages.

      For full information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

    • Previous graduates from our English & History degrees have gone on to pursue careers including: teaching, journalism, marketing, local government, librarianship and editorial work for publishers.

    • What is Humanities Degree?

      Here at the University of Northampton, our humanities degrees focus on culture and society through our History and English Degrees. Humanities degrees improve skills including critical thinking, research, communication, cultural awareness and ethics surrounding society.

      What can you do with a History Degree?

      Studying a degree in history, provides you with many career prospects including a journalist, librarian, historian, researcher, archaeologist and heritage manager.

      What can you do with an English Degree?

      Studying an English degree can lead to many different career opportunities such as copywriter, screenwriter, teaching, journalism, public relations specialist or marketing executive.