Course summary
Globalise your degree and experience your subject first-hand, with a year at a US or Canadian university. Whether you've discovered American and Canadian studies through an interest in global relations, politics, or even a love for American television shows, our expert-led courses let you design your degree to suit your strengths and interests. You will explore American and Canadian history, literature and culture, selecting optional modules on everything from North American politics to music, art, film and television. The huge range of areas on offer means you will develop important skills to enhance your career options, while your year abroad will build important life-long skills. From a newfound independence, to adaptability, confidence and cultural awareness, a year abroad will prepare you for the job market in a way like no other.
Modules
Our first-year core modules are designed as an introduction. We will build everyone's knowledge to the same level, so you can progress through to year two. Through core modules, in year one you are introduced to the key themes and events of American history and culture, significant authors and texts of American literature, as well as Canadian literature, film and culture. You must pass year one, but it does not count towards your final degree classification. There are two core modules in year two. In addition you choose from a range of specialised modules covering periods, events, authors or texts in more detail. You must pass year two, which counts 33% towards your final degree classification. Your third academic year will be spent at a major North American university. You will be required to take modules in American and/or Canadian studies as well as choosing from a wide range of alternative modules. During this year you will also begin research for your dissertation, which will be completed in your final year. You must study a minimum of 12 contact hours per week, to fulfil both visa and teaching requirements. A set percentage of modules must normally be taken at junior year or above, and a set proportion must be in your honours subject(s). Marks do not count directly towards your final degree. However, you must attain a minimum C average (a GPA of 2.0) in order to gain credit for the year abroad on your final degree transcript. If you are unable to meet the required standard, you will transfer to the three-year programme. For more information see our Year Abroad webpage. In year four you will continue to specialise in the fields that most interest you. You will write a dissertation on a subject of your choice, and select a range of advanced-level modules in North American history, literature, culture and film, led by staff who are active researchers in these areas. You must pass year four, which counts 67% towards your final degree classification.
How to apply
This course has limited vacancies, and is no longer accepting applications from some students. See the list below for where you normally live, to check if you’re eligible to apply.
EU
Wales
England
International
Scotland
Northern Ireland
Republic of Ireland
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- T704
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - ABBBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Scottish Advanced Higher - AB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) - A - B
Extended Project - A
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M2, M3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including an essay based subject.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
EU | £21500* | Year 1 |
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
International | £21500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Clearing contact details
Applicant Enquiry FormClearing - Apply Online
0330 041 5590
Additional information
View course vacancies and apply online at www.nottingham.ac.uk/clearing. For Clearing entry requirements, please search the vacancy listings on our website from Friday 5 July 2024. Clearing entry requirements for your course may differ from the standard entry requirements. Visit www.nottingham.ac.uk/clearing for more information.
Course contact details
Visit our course pageUndergraduate admissions
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