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American Studies BA (Hons)

American Studies is the perfect course if you want to learn more about the history, literature, politics, film, art and popular culture of the United States. Whether your interests lie in the Civil War or the War on Terror, Walt Whitman or Walt Disney, this course will help you to develop your critical and imaginative skills in the context of the American experience and its global significances.
If you want to gain an in-depth understanding of US society and how it has come to exert such a powerful influence on the modern world, Northumbria is the university for you. We have one of the largest concentrations of US specialists working outside North America. We also offer opportunities to spend a semester or a whole year at at one of our partner institutions located throughout the US, from New York to California.

The cornerstones of American Studies are History and English, meaning our graduates have excellent employment prospects similar to students from those disciplines. Possible careers after successful completion of the course include journalism, publishing, teaching and government service.

Campus Information

Newcastle city campus

The City Campus is in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, just a couple of roads from the main shopping areas and cultural centres. The campus marries a unique combination of innovative contemporary buildings with historical sites that have been listed because of their heritage and grandeur. The University has invested more than £250 million in its estate over the last decade and our campus is continuously evolving to create an environment where you can shape your future.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

More information required

10 Days

Possible Interview call from institution

10 Days

Provisional/unconditional offer

20 Days

Visa process

30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

As an American Studies student at Northumbria, you will develop the kinds of analytical and communication skills that are invaluable in any number of careers. If you take up the opportunity to spend time in a partner institution in North America, you will gain a broader cultural exposure that is attractive to potential employers. For those who stay in the UK, you will undertake a module called ‘Your Graduate Future’ which includes a work placement and which will help you to develop additional skills focused specifically on employment. All students will be able to take advantage of the services of our Careers and Employment Service, which offers CV advice, interview preparation and portfolio development.

At the end of a thoroughly enjoyable educational experience, you will emerge from your time at university with the characteristics of a Northumbria graduate. These include critical reflection and self-learning, collaboration and curiosity, and the ability to apply your knowledge to solve problems in ways that are sustainable and ethical.

American Studies graduates are especially valued because of their excellent communication skills and the way they think intelligently, critically and laterally as they draw on a wide range of disciplinary perspectives. You'll be attractive to employers in the areas of teaching, publishing, journalism, cultural administration, advertising, public relations, the civil service, heritage management, social research, non-governmental organisations, public history and the diplomatic service.

PSW Opportunity

2 Years PSW is applicable after the course completing (Bachelors level or above).

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

FOR INDIA

Standard XII/Class XII from CBSE, CISC 65% and above.

FOR BANGLADESH

Higher Secondary Certificate CGPA 4.8/5 or 78%.
3 year Polytechnic Diploma 65%.
2 or 3 year Bachelor Degree CGPA 3.0/4 or 60%.

FOR BHUTAN

Certificate Awarded by Royal Bhutan Polytechnic Min 60% depending on course
Advanced Undergraduate Entry Bachelor degree 50%

FOR PAKISTAN

Higher Secondary Certificate 50%.
Senior High School Certificate 75%.
Bachelor Degree (if studied for between 2 and 3 years) 54.5% / 2.5 / CB

FOR NEPAL

A levels taken in Nepal As per course A Level Requirements
Advanced Undergraduate Bachelor Degree 3 years study (Nepalese classification) (entry to 2nd year) 65%.

FOR SRI LANKA

General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) As per course A Level requirements.
National Certificate 65% / B / Very Good Pass.

IELTS waiver is also available for the students who have scored more than 70% in english in grade 12.

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Northumbria University

Newcastle , England ,United Kingdom