English and Drama BA (Hons)

Are you interested in the fusion of literature, performance and culture?<br/><br/>Our BA joint honours English and Drama programme iis an exciting opportunity to study the practice of theatre and performance, and the reading of texts from a broad spectrum of genres and periods. It combines practical and theoretical study in a wide range of interconnected areas, providing you with a variety of approaches to drama and literary studies as active and dynamic subjects.<br/><br/>Along with an understanding of how approaches to Drama and English complement one another, you will be encouraged to locate texts and performances in their political, cultural, and historical contexts. Youll also develop your communication and research skills, and skills in working collaboratively.<br/><br/>Our staff – leading academics and artists – will work with you to make learning challenging and engaging, and help you to develop as an informed critic, reader and performance maker. <br/><br/>You can also apply for this course with a Year Abroad

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