The course is for globally aware students who are passionate about culture, and is specially designed to develop the kinds of critical, communication and leadership skills which are particularly valuable in meeting the challenges of todayÕs workplace. You do not require knowledge of any language other than English.
The Comparative Literature and Culture programme is offered at the Royal Holloway University of London.
Taught by leading specialists, and offering an exceptional range of core courses, options and assessment methods, Comparative Literature and Culture leads the way in opening up critical perspectives and breaking down geographic and conceptual barriers.
Why choose this course?
- This is an innovative, flexible and sophisticated degree from the University of London, internationally recognized for academic excellence.
- You will explore world literature as well as film and the visual arts from a broad, cross-cultural perspective.
- You will develop your passion for culture, your global awareness, and your own critical perspectives.
- You will expand your cultural horizons, and develop skills of comparative analysis which can be applied to countless other areas.
- We offer an exceptional range of core courses and options, taught by leading specialists.
- The course does not require knowledge of any language other than English. Everything is available in English, although those with foreign language skills can study the original versions, and you can take a language as a Joint Honours degree with Comparative Literature and Culture.
Employability & career opportunities
Choosing Comparative Literature and Culture at Royal Holloway means a strong emphasis will be placed on your employability. The valuable skills that you will gain, such as research, presentation, teamwork, negotiation and communication, as well as an advanced cultural awareness, will prepare you for a broad range of careers.
Recent graduates from the School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures have successfully entered a wide range of careers including the arts and media, journalism, publishing, finance, business, teaching and marketing as well as postgraduate study in a variety of fields.
