Unless a link is provided, all the resources listed below are in the Library.
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Taking a higher education course involving drama could bring future career benefits. Charlotte Purkis offers some perspectives on what is involved in studying drama alongside English.
Rosalind Grooms opens up the prospect of a career working with historical written texts, giving examples of what is involved in records management and preserving and evaluating literary heritages. English Review, September 2020.
Salima Abbasi Freeman worked for several years as a solicitor after studying English Literature. She explains how she got there and how her English qualification equipped her for the role. Emagazine, issue 85.
Looks at what can be gained from studying creative writing, and at potential career opportunities. English Review, volume 29 issue 4.
Shows how A-Level English can help your personal statement shine. English Review, volume 29 issue 1.
Reveals a plethora of possible career options out there if you have a passion for poetry. English Review, volume 28 issue 1.
Offers advice on choosing the English degree that’s right for you. English Review, volume 27 issue 1.
Here, two first-year undergraduates talk about their experiences of studying literature at university. English Review, volume 26 issue 1.
Andre Petheram wrote an article for emagazine when he was an A Level Literature student. He went on to do a degree in English Literature. Nine years on from graduating, what is he doing now? Emagzine, issue 85.
Argues that teaching English is a rewarding career that also offers many opportunities for professional development. English Review, volume 29 issue 1.
Ever thought of doing an English Literature degree? This challenges some of the assumptions and misconceptions about the subject and reveals how English Literature is both cutting edge and highly desirable in terms of future employment. Emagazine, issue 81.
Emagazine went to some of their favourite writers and friends in universities to ask them this question. Here’s what they said. Emagazine, issue 72.
How can a strong UCAS personal statement improve your chances to getting a place to read English? English Review, volume 23 issue 4.
