English literature

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#12 in UK for “Satisfied with Course”

We rank #12 in the UK for “Satisfied with Course” in English.*

_{*Guardian University Guide 2023.}

Develop your specialism

Our BA (Hons) English Literature course is a large and popular programme with an excellent reputation.

We'll cover a diverse range of modules exploring books and writers from the sixteenth century to the present, finding your own specialty as you go. 

Outstanding lecturers

Our English lecturers are all dynamic teachers and researchers in their field, often contributing to scholarly books, publications and conferences. 

We scored highly in the last Research Exercise Framework (REF), and some of our research was awarded world-leading rating.

Indecisive about what you want to study?

Our combined courses means you don’t have to limit yourself to one programme if two tempt you. You could pair English Literature with a range of subjects from Publishing to Philosophy and Ethics.