Bachelor's degree

BA in American Studies

University of Manchester

Overview

Our three-year BA American Studies course will give you a grounding in the history, culture, and literature of the US, from colonisation through to contemporary times. At Manchester, we train our students to be attentive to the counter-currents of US history and literature, and our course places a particular emphasis on the themes of race, capitalism, sexuality, the cultures of labour and political protest.

Career Outcomes

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for a variety of roles in their field. Our university's career services team provides dedicated support to help you achieve your professional ambitions upon completing your studies.