For the love of the Gothic Revival
March 11, 2014
Dr Ayla Lepine explains how she started studying History and English in Canada and ended up in The University of Nottingham Art History department. When I began my BA at the University of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada I was unshakably determined that I would complete a double major in History and English Literature and …
English, linguistics and speech therapy
January 21, 2014
First year student Hannah Smith explains what’s so great about linguistics. When I first started university, I would never in a million years have expected to find myself writing for a blog entitled ‘study what you love’ on the topic of linguistics! When I researched degrees in my subject area I loved the holistic approach …
Why Study English?
December 12, 2012
Holly Jackson, Third year English Student. I chose to study English at University largely because it was the one subject area in high school which initiated the least amount of groaning and displeasure when attending lessons or completing homework. Though I would not admit it at the time, I did really enjoy learning about a broad …
Studying Culture, Film and Media
November 26, 2012
Eva Giraud, Lecturer in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area studies Something important to remember is that choosing the right degree for you is not just about studying what you love, but going into a job that you love, and it’s been really rewarding to see some of our recent graduates embarking on careers …