English Literature

We are passionate about literature, and lecturers at Chester want you to enjoy an exciting, varied and dynamic course. You might find yourself looking for the psychological undercurrents in a fantasy novel, applying feminist theory to a Renaissance sonnet, exploring the motif of the vampire in Gothic fiction, or considering the treatment of love in Shakespeare’s plays or focusing your work on a contemporary short story. We will support your interests through your learning on this course.

You’ll get the chance to write a dissertation on a topic of your choosing guided by a dedicated tutor. Along the way, you’ll develop key skills for your future. Our students learn how to persuade by developing convincing arguments, communicate effectively and analyse writing in all styles and genres. At Chester, we offer an engaging and supportive atmosphere in which we all can share our ideas about literature.