Courses

English Literature

BA (Hons)

Lose yourself in the pages of great works of literature. Explore other worlds and periods of time. Fuel your love of the written word in all its forms on this degree, from Victorian fiction, Renaissance drama and Romantic poetry to American fiction and crime novels.

English

BA (Hons)

Ready to immerse yourself in linguistics, independent thinking and English language? Want to explore new worlds in the pages of celebrated works of literature? Sharpen your skills in communication, research and self-expression in language and literature on our English degree.

English

Subject Knowledge Enhancement

Develop subject knowledge in English and prepare to teach the subject effectively to learners aged 11-16 on this flexible free enhancement course for those with an offer of a place on our PGCE in Secondary English.

English Language

BA (Hons)

The English language constantly evolves, with words like gaslighting, permacrisis and influencer all recently shortlisted for word of the year. Explore its different forms, its history and how to communicate effectively. Become a specialist in the structure, application and linguistic analysis of this global language.

Education and English

BA (Hons)

Education and English go hand-in-hand. Explore education across all age ranges while expanding your knowledge of the expressive resources of the English language and examine literary texts with a critical eye.

Creative Writing and English Literature

BA (Hons)

Bring together your passions for reading and writing great literature with our joint programme. Dive into genres, topics and periods, strengthen your mastery of literature, then transform your own writing with your new understanding as you tap into your creative potential.

Doctor of Philosophy

PhD

Focus on a research area in depth, receive substantial training in a range of research approaches and write a thesis that will demonstrate your understanding of how to develop a critical academic argument.

Masters by Research

MRes

Receive substantial training in a range of research approaches, developing an appreciation of their theoretical and philosophical underpinnings, before completing a research-based dissertation that focuses on a topic in-depth.

Nineteenth-Century Studies

MA

Romantic poetry. Victorian society. Popular culture. Take part in field trips, work-based projects and independent study. You’ll develop specialist academic skills as you explore the exciting world of the nineteenth century.