Literature in a World Context

Literature in a World Context is a unique undergraduate programme, unlike any offered by other universities in the UK. It is based on an innovative conception of literary studies that incorporates cross-disciplinary reflection at its core, focussing on the study of literature in the age of globalisation and new media.

Why Aberdeen?

• You will study literary works of world renown in the context of new developments in visual culture and information technologies, new understandings of the political at the national and international levels, and within the framework of intellectual history
• If you are interested in thinking about how literature shapes and challenges our understanding of world historical events, then this is the ideal programme for you

Programmes

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English, Language & Linguistics, Languages and Literature of Scotland

Study Abroad

Study abroad is an integral part of the third year for single Honours students, and opportunities also exist for other students to spend time abroad. Currently, student exchanges are available in a number of European countries -Austria, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Spain, Switzerland - as well as Canada, Hong Kong, Japan and the USA.

Study abroad information

 

The opportunity to take Enhanced Study options as part of your degree and participate in co-curricular activities. See www.abdn.ac.uk/thedifference for more information.

First & Second Year

There are two core courses in first year: Encountering Global Change: Literature in a World Context I and Creative Practices: Literature in a World Context II. These courses provide an introduction to the programme, showing how literature takes a vital place in efforts to come to grips with significant global events and developments.

The second year courses, Literature, History and Thought: 1848 to 9/11 and Modes of Reading, build on this foundation, introducing you to literary texts and thinkers of world renown. You will also have the opportunity to study a language as part of your programme.

Third & Fourth Year (Honours)

You will take two of three core courses: Literature and the Political, Technologies of Transmission, and Literature and Art in Intellectual History. In addition, you will have the opportunity to tailor your programme to your own interests, choosing from a selection of courses offered in the School of Language and Literature, including language courses. The Honours programme concludes with a supervised dissertation on a topic of your choice.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching takes place in lectures, in small-groups (seminars and tutorials) and in the form of one-to-one supervision. At all levels, there is an emphasis on seminar-based teaching and active participation. This is reflected in the assessment methods; these include group projects, such as the production of an internet publication, as well as essays and formal examinations.

Careers

Literature in a World Context will provide you with an excellent basis for further study leading to a career in academia, but the combination of critical thinking and creativity that lies at the core of the programme will also open the way to careers in areas such as journalism, publishing, research, television and radio broadcasting. Studying a language as part of your programme will further enhance your employment opportunities.

Finding your direction

There are many opportunities at the University of Aberdeen to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success.  The Careers Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us – from first to final year – and beyond.

• More information on employability at the University of Aberdeen.
• More information on the Careers Service.
• More information on careers prospects and employability with a degree in Literature in a World Context.

Entrance Requirements

SQA Highers - BBBB
A Levels - BBB
IB - 30 points, 15 points at HL
ILC - BBBB

For further details of entrance requirements click here

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