BA (Hons) English

The UCC BA in English offers students the opportunity to study English literature in all its variety from its earliest inception to the modern day. Students also benefit from programme-specific modules on creative writing, digital literacy, and problem-based learning.

The BA in English offers a challenging and enriching range of courses and allows students to shape their degree according to their interests. Students gain a broad foundation, exploring the subject from its earliest beginnings in Old English right through to contemporary culture and Digital Humanities, and progress to select elective modules and engage in independent research under the supervision of our expert staff.

BA in English students also gain knowledge and transferable skills vital in any future career or programme of study. In exploring literature, our students learn to communicate clearly and persuasively; to think logically and creatively; to assess and apply critical theories; to engage in independent research; to formulate and evaluate arguments; and to understand key developments in society, politics, and culture.

Placement or Study Abroad Information

Placement or Study Abroad Information

Study Abroad: You will have the option to add a year on to this three-year degree should you wish to spend a year studying abroad. You will spend Year 3 studying at one of our partner universities in Asia, Europe, Canada, South America, or the USA. You will then return to UCC for Year 4 to continue your studies.

UCC School of English students have studied in a variety of locations including:

• Boston College
• Cardiff University
• Concordia University, Montreal
• Ludwig Maximillians Universität, Munich
• Pitzer College, Claremont, California
• St Mary’s University, Halifax
• University of California
• University of Groningen
• University of Kansas
• University of Konstanz
• Université Marc Bloch, Strasbourg
• University of Massachusetts at Amherst
• University of Montana
• Universita Roma Tre
• University of Southern Denmark
• University of Salzburg

Work placement: If you study through the BA or the BA International, you will have the opportunity to avail of a work placement in Year 2. You can find out more here.