Undergraduate English
Build on your love of language and literature by exploring English across different cultures, societies and historical periods. 1st in the North West for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2026 – English), the latest ideas from our expert researchers, and real-life application on field trips and work-related projects, will help you understand and shape society.
2nd in the North West and 11th in the UK (The Guardian University Guide 2025 - English).
Visit - and even work with - external organisations to see where your skills can be put to use.
100% of our English students are employed or in further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes data released 2023 from 2020/21 graduates).
English and related undergraduate degrees
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Discover English at Edge Hill University
Language and literature are powerful forces in the world. At Edge Hill, you’ll be taught by subject experts. You’ll meet visiting speakers and resident writers. And you’ll work alongside creative and curious students who share your passion.
Facilities
English students are based in Creative Edge, a state-of-the-art £17million building offering highly contemporary facilities.
The £17 million Creative Edge building features a lecture theatre, seminar rooms, IT facilities and smaller tutorial spaces. It has everything you need to become a capable, versatile, creative writer and thinker. Creative Edge’s social learning spaces are ideal for passionate discussion with like-minded creatives.
You’ll develop the practical skills, analytical tools and confidence for wherever your creative flair and insight takes you.
