English literature

Literature can change the way we see the world. Our literature courses will ignite your passion for the written word, challenging the way you think about narrative, language and publishing.

#1 in the South West

and #6 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Outcomes) in English (Complete University Guide 2026)

Joint #1 in the South West

and #12 in the UK for Graduate Prospects on Track in English (Complete University Guide 2026)

Joint #2 in the South West

for Satisfaction with Feedback in English (Guardian University Guide 2026)

#3 in the South West

in the overall rankings for English (Complete University Guide 2026)

"The English lecturers at Bath Spa seemed from the outset to take a real interest in the welfare of their students and the progression of their learning. Their passion for books is highly contagious"

– BA (Hons) English Literature student

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