Program Overview

The University of Strathclyde offers a BA Hons English and Creative Writing & Politics and International Relations program. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of English literature and creative writing, as well as the study of politics and international relations.

Program Structure

The program is a four-year course that allows students to study a range of subjects in the first year, before specializing in two subjects in the second year. The program includes a combination of core and optional classes, as well as a dissertation in the final year.

English and Creative Writing

The English and Creative Writing component of the program covers a range of topics, including:

• Introduction to literary studies
• Reading novels, plays, short stories, and poetry
• Techniques in creative writing
• Literary history
• Scottish literature
• Literature of humans and animals
• Renaissance, Victorian, Twentieth Century, and American literature
• Optional work placement

Politics and International Relations

The Politics and International Relations component of the program covers a range of topics, including:

• Introduction to the study of politics from a scientific perspective
• Modern states and their interactions
• Key concepts and institutions in politics
• International relations and global politics
• Political philosophy
• Comparative politics
• Research methods for political scientists
• European politics
• American politics
• Scottish politics
• Local politics
• Parliamentary studies
• Contemporary British governance
• Chinese politics
• War, terrorism, and conflict
• Philosophy of economic policy
• Governance and development
• Political parties
• Research design for political science
• Green politics
• Political behaviour
• Feminism and politics
• International relations theory
• International security
• Analysing religion and politics
• Democratization
• Territorial politics in the UK
• Transforming democracies

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the program are:

• Highers: AAAA (first sitting) or AAAAB (second sitting)
• A Levels: ABB-BBB
• International Baccalaureate: 32-30
• Irish Leaving Certificate: Two H2 passes and three H3 passes including English
• HNC: A in Graded Unit; Maths National 5 B, or equivalent
• International students: View the entry requirements for your country

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the program are:

• Scotland: £1,820
• England, Wales, and Northern Ireland: £9,535
• Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland fee status
• International: £21,550
• University preparation programme fees: International students can find out more about the costs and payments of studying a university preparation programme at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre

Careers

Graduates from the program have gone on to have success in a wide range of careers, including:

• Publishing
• Civil service
• Management
• Marketing
• Journalism
• Creative writing
• Administration
• Teaching
• Media
• Local government
• Further and higher education
• Social work

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• English literature
• Creative writing
• Politics
• International relations
• Governance
• Development
• Political parties
• Research methods
• Green politics
• Political behaviour
• Feminism and politics
• International relations theory
• International security
• Analysing religion and politics
• Democratization
• Territorial politics in the UK
• Transforming democracies

Learning and Teaching

The program is taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and seminars. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in a work placement and to study abroad.

Assessment

The program is assessed through a combination of essays, exams, and class work. Students will also complete a dissertation in the final year.

Facilities

The University of Strathclyde has a range of facilities, including:

• The Andersonian Library
• The Curran Building
• The Lord Hope building
• Student services, such as the library, cafés, meeting areas, and exhibition spaces

International Students

The University of Strathclyde has a thriving international community, with students from over 140 countries. International students can find out more about the costs and payments of studying a university preparation programme at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre.

Widening Access

The University of Strathclyde is committed to widening access to higher education. The University selects students based on merit, potential, and the ability to benefit from the education provided. The University also offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support students from underrepresented groups.

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Careers:

Graduates from our English programmes have gone on to have success in a very wide range of careers including in publishing, the civil service, management, marketing, journalism, creative writing, administration and teaching. Employers value our graduates’ ability to express themselves well and think critically. Our graduates are employed in the media, management, teaching, sales and advertising, local government, further and higher education and social work. Knowledge of the political process is also useful in a business career and this degree provides the normal route of entry into business traineeships. Employers are particularly interested in the high-level written and verbal skills of Politics graduates and their ability to research and analyse information. Courses in Politics are recognised in the training of Modern Studies teachers, and a Politics degree is also particularly appropriate for entry to the civil service. Students who specialise in research methods acquire social science research skills and expertise in the analysis of data, while the study of institutions is an extremely good background for those entering government service or communications, eg journalism, television and advertising. There's also a tradition of Strathclyde Politics graduates entering academic research centres in the UK, Europe and North America.

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Scotland

£1,820 Fees for students who meet the relevant residence requirements in Scotland are subject to confirmation by the Scottish Funding Council.

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England, Wales & Northern Ireland

£9,250 Assuming no change in fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study in 2024/25, this is capped at £27,750 (with the exception of the MPharm and integrated Masters programmes), MPharm students pay £9,250 for each of the four years. Students studying on integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.

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International

£19,600 University preparation programme fees

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Additional costs

International students may have associated visa and immigration costs.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
• Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
• Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
• Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
• Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)

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Student Life:

• Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
• 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
• Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
• Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union

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Academics:

• Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
• Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
• Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
• Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
• Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
• Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
• Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
• Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
• Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center with a range of medical services
• Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
• Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
• Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
• Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation