Philosophy and English | Bachelor's degree | Humanities & Culture | On Campus | 3 years | Nottingham Trent University | United Kingdom
Joint Honours degrees give you the maximum flexibility to study subject areas that really interest you. You can shape your study according to your strengths, interests and career ambitions.This degree has been designed for students who want to explore unique perspectives on the world. Philosophy gives you the ability to question the world in a critical manner which is a vital skill which many of today's leading employers are looking for. English at NTU is an extremely flexible course which offers a broad range of optional modules that allow you to pursue your interests for the written word, from Shakespeare right through to travel writing. NTU has a 92% student satisfaction rate for English (NSS 2017). You'll be able to gain valuable work experience from our creative partnerships, where you'll be able to practically apply your theoretical knowledge and develop your career prospects. Philosophy at NTU aims to develop your powers of argument, critical thinking and conceptual analysis through the search for answers to ultimate questions. This course differs from the typical Philosophy courses on offer at most other universities as it is not a course in the History of ideas. The course is organised around some of the philosophical problems faced by today's decision-makers in their professional lives. In general, this course examines the interface between philosophical ideas and everyday life, and has been designed in order to help you think more clearly and more critically about the world in which you live. English at NTU is taught by expert academics and award-winning writers. You'll examine a range of literature such as; Shakespeare, American literature, Black writing in Britain, travel writing and modern poetry. This course has been designed to help enhance your talents and strengths as well as provide you with the skills and knowledge to forge a successful career. The course offers you projects and placement opportunities with our creative partnerships. Philosophy a
