Literary studies

This Certificate aims to introduce students to advanced study of literature at university level, with particular emphasis on the historical and cultural contexts that inform various literary styles.

To complete the certificate (120 credits at level 1) you must gain a minimum of 60 credits in at least two literature subjects, with the remaining 60 credits from courses in any subject of your own choice.

Literary Studies subjects

The choice of Literary Studies subjects are given below. Please note that the full programme of courses are offered over several years. To check which courses are available this year please look at the the Course Brochure. Click on the subjects below for detailed course information.

Classical civilisations

• 1017E Classical Greek Civilisation 1B

Creative Writing

• 1021E Creative writing - fiction (Saturdays)
• 1021E Creative writing - fiction (Wednesdays)
• 1023E Creative writing: the novel
• 1024E Creative writing: the short story
• 2005E Intermediate techniques in writing fiction

Literature

• 1398E Literature in Scotland in the late 20th century