BA English Literature and American Studies

All our courses have your future in mind - whether that's further study or starting a career. Our degrees provide you with strong critical analysis skills, the ability to articulate complex concepts and theories, and the capacity to work and think independently, critically, and creatively. These versatile skills are highly sought after by many employers.

The creative economy accounts for 1 in 11 jobs across the UK and employs 700,000 more people than the financial services industry (Creative Industries Federation).

The University of Manchester is the second most targeted university in the UK for top graduate employers (High Fliers Research, 2024).

Our graduates have gone on to work in a variety of industries, including positions with the BBC, KPMG, Deloitte, Marks and Spencer, Aviva, Accenture, and Barclays.

Our award-winning careers service provides a wealth of tools, advice, development opportunities and industry links.

The University has its own dedicated, subject-specific Careers Service that you would have full access to as a student and for two years after you graduate.

Our undergraduate courses are also designed to provide an easy transition into postgraduate study if desired.

We offer a wide range of specialist master's courses within the University and even offer fast-tracked enrolment to high-achieving undergraduate students.

Our students can take part in our Stellify programme alongside their degrees, developing professional and leadership skills while contributing to their local and global communities through volunteering.

At Manchester you will have access to a number of opportunities to help boost your employability .