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English Literature
The University of ExeterCornwall Campus
Compiled by: Andrew McInnes, Postgraduate Researcher
Why Cornwall?
Welcome to the University of Exeter Cornwall Campus
A small campus with a distinct vibe, we excel in tackling
some of the world’s biggest environmental challenges
through our programmes and research projects
£100 million investment in eight years –
the latest developments will be ready for
the start of the 2012 academic year
High quality teaching in a research-rich environment
Ranked 10th in The Times and 11th in The Guardian,
making us the highest ranked South West university
Nearly 90 per cent of our research was rated as
internationally recognised
One of the highest National Student Survey
rankings in the country – top 10 every year since
the survey began (8th in 2011)
An emphasis on employability, the
environment, and sustainability
across all subjects
Putting students first
Top 10 for teaching, academic support,
personal development, and overall satisfaction
in the NSS
Our libraries are currently undergoing a modernisation
programme
We work with our students to improve the
education on offer via initiatives such as
‘Students as Change Agents’
An experience for life
Exceptional opportunities for personal and professional
development
Excellent reputation with graduate recruiters
A wealth of extra-curricular opportunities to add value to
your CV through the Exeter Award
A unique student community Safe and friendly environment where you won’t get lost in
the crowd
Vibrant student community of about 4000 students on
campus and more in nearby Falmouth
Great location for sports and outdoor activities
Close to the city of Truro and with easy
access to the local area and beyond
Research Assessment Exercise 2008
Exeter English ranked 1st nationally
45% of our research classed as ‘world-leading’
Employability• Six months after graduation 93% of Exeter's
English graduates were in employment or further study (Jan 11)
• ‘Academic Literacies’: mandatory first-year programme including transferrable skills, employment, and work placement opportunities
• Careers and Employability Service
• The Exeter Award
http://www.exeter.ac.uk/employability/
EmployabilityOccupations
• Publishing Assistant
• PR Consultant
• Editorial Assistant
• Finance Assistant
• Merchandiser
• Visitor Experience Assistant
• Marketing Executive
Further study
• MA English, Oxford University
• MA Journalism, Goldsmiths, London
Employers
• Oxford University Press
• National Trust
• Michelin
• Eversheds
• Arcadia Group
• Independent Media News
• HarperCollins
• PGCE Primary, University of Cambridge
• MA English Studies, University of Exeter
• Graduate Diploma in Law
Why Study English at the University of Exeter’s Cornwall Campus?
• Top 10 in Times (6th/2012) and Guardian (10th/2012)
league tables
• Research-led teaching: 1st for ‘world-leading
research’
• Excellent job prospects
• Interdisciplinary possibilities
• Dedicated staff
What will I study?
Single Honours Programmes
• Single Honours English
Combined Honours Programmes
• English and History
• English and Geography
• Flexible Combined Honours (30
credits in English)
Year 1
CORE MODULES:
• Foundations
• Shakespeare and the History of Ideas
• Reinventions
• Critical Theory
Year 2:Breadth and Depth
• Four modules: two before 1800 and two after 1800
• Modules cover the history of English literature and
culture from the early Renaissance to the 21st
century
• SH students only (CH students may select modules
as options)
Level 3:SpecialisationOption Modules:
• Witchcraft, Magic, & Gender in Literature
• Places and Journeys
• Sex, Scandal, and Sensation in Victorian Literature
• The Gothic
• Tolkien: Scholar, Critic, Writer
• Dissertation
• Students choose own topics
• Individual supervision
• The culmination of the degree
How will I study?
Teaching methods:
• Lectures (30-85 students)
• Seminars (10-16 students)
• Study Groups (6 students)
• Tutorials (1-to-1 support)
• We are committed to offering 10 contact
hours a week in Year 1
English ELE (Exeter Learning Environment)
Support:
• Personal Tutors – regular confidential
academic guidance and support
• Student Mentoring
• Professional study skills training
Dr Alex Murray Personal Tutor
AdmissionsSH English / CH English with History:Typical Offer: AAB-ABB; IB: 34-32.
•GCE A-Level English Literature or
Literature/Language grade A; IB English
Higher Level 6.
CH Geography with English:
•Typical Offer: AAB-BBB; IB: 34-30.
•One AL and one AS in English Literature and
a Humanities or Social Science; IB at least
one HL5 and one IB SL6 in English and
Humanities or SS.
