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Nottingham, University of, BA (Hons), American and Canadian Literature, History and Culture

University of Nottingham
 United Kingdom

 

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This course provides students with the opportunity to study the literature, history, politics, music, visual arts, and popular culture (notably film and television) of the United States and Canada; the analytical and research skills students develop help them to gain in-depth knowledge of major literary ideas, political themes and historical debates as they relate to a North American context; topics covered include, for instance, changing American and ethnic identities, ideas of nationhood, race, immigration, war, foreign policy, sexuality, media and globalisation, the wide range of North American literary traditions, and the roles played by the many different racial and ethnic groups that make up America and Canada; students are able to follow modules in Canadian studies, leading to a qualification in American studies with Canadian studies.

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Considered as “one of Britain’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities” Nottingham is located in the East Midlands in the heart of England, less than two hours from London by train. The city boasts a large and diverse student population that is integral to the city itself. In addition to its impressive history and famous legends, Nottingham is a culturally diverse and vibrant city ideally suited towards student life.


The city's excellent transport links make it the ideal location from which to explore. Local, regional, national and international travel couldn't be easier from here. Furthermore, due to its variety of public transport and cycle routes, Nottingham has been named as the least car dependent city in the UK.


There are flights to an exciting range of national and international destinations from East Midlands Airport, one of the UK’s fastest growing airports. A number of budget airlines run services from East Midlands, which is only 40 minutes from Nottingham city centre on the 24 hour Skylink bus service.