American Studies is an ideal subject to study at university if you want to learn more about American life and culture wish to develop your critical and imaginative skills, and have an interest in multi- and inter-disciplinary approaches to studying the American experience and its global significances. American Studies has been designed to give you a sophisticated understanding of the evolution of modern US society and its international influences. You will also have the opportunity to spend one semester or the entire academic year at one of our partner institutions in North America or Canada, including universities in New York and Toronto, a life-changing experience that will greatly enhance your employment prospects. You will graduate prepared for a vast range of careers including law, teaching, publishing, journalism, cultural administration, the civil service, academia, heritage management and the Foreign Office.