English Courses - Undergraduate

Overview

A student refers to her notes while working at a computer in a quiet study area in the library. Indulge your love for the written or spoken word, exploring major aspects of English language and taking inspiration from classic and contemporary literature, with our choice of English degrees.

You can explore how the English language has developed over time, how it is changing and what it is used for, or immerse yourself in classic literature and popular writing from the past 500 years while also exploring less traditional areas of specialism.

You can study English Language or English Literature as Single Honours degrees, combine the two subjects in a single programme, or study English, English Language or English Literature in combination with a range of other subjects. Alternatively, you can train to teach English.

Student Views

My advice would be: don’t let fear stop you from taking all the opportunities you can. You’re probably more capable than you think you are.

Lucy Barrett

BA (Hons) Creative Writing and English Literature

Edge Hill offers constant support for students no matter what the problem is, which is something I found very helpful in my first year.

Alice Featherstone

BA (Hons) Education and English

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Inside Edge: The English, History and Creative Writing Department

English in the News

Academic awarded prestigious fellowship for ‘ridiculous’ research

Courses

Two students talk while working together during a seminar.

Facilities

Two students walk through the Hub, past two students who are sat talking. The Department of English, History and Creative Writing is based in the Main Building at the centre of the campus, near the £26m Catalyst building which includes the University library.

A prime example of 1930s architecture, the Main Building has undergone extensive refurbishment to combine a traditional setting with modern facilities, including the £15m Student Hub.

The building includes lecture theatres, seminar and tutorial rooms, which are ideal for group discussions and one-to-one tuition, as well as IT resources and social learning spaces.

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Two students relax over a coffee in a courtyard near the Main Building.

Two students talk while participating in a seminar.

Two students study a Macbook in the Hub.

Two students browse a tablet in Hale Hall.

Three students study a laptop screen while sat round a table studying in the Hub.

Three students converse while sat outside the Students' Union offices in the Hub.

Two students walk through the Hub, past two other students who are sat by Sages Restaurant.

Students in the foyer of the Main Building.

Three students relax on a sofa in Hale Hall.

Three students relax over a coffee in the Hub.

Students engage in discussion during a seminar.

A student opens a wallet file during a seminar.

Two students chat while sitting on a sofa in Hale Hall.

Three students relax on a sofa while studying and comparing notes in Hale Hall.

Two students work on a laptop in the Hub.

Three students study a tablet screen while studying together round a table in the Hub.

Three students sit round a laptop while studying together in the Hub.

Three students sit round a table and study together in the Hub.

A student types on a laptop while a friend looks on in the Hub.

Two students study while sat on a bench in a courtyard near the Main Building. One student is reading a book while the other makes notes in a writing pad.

A student types on a laptop while a book is open in front of her as she studies outside near the rose garden on campus.

Six students study in an alcove designed for group work in the Catalyst building.

A student makes written notes while working at a computer in the Catalyst building.

A student makes notes on a Macbook while studying in the Catalyst building.

A student refers to a book while working at a computer in the Catalyst building.

Two students read from their notes and study a textbook while working at computers in the Catalyst building.

A student reads a book while sitting on a sofa in the Catalyst building.

A student works at a computer while another sits on a sofa near a flight of stairs on the first floor of the Catalyst building.

Open Days and Virtual Events

A prospective English Literature student and her mum speak with members of the programme team during an open day. If you are considering studying at Edge Hill University, the best way we usually recommend to gain an insight into the student experience is to see our stunning campus for yourself by attending an open day.

Our August 2020 open day is going virtual. We will ensure that you can still discover everything that Edge Hill University has to offer and get answers to all of your questions. You will be able to find out more about English and the University through a series of online activities.

Friday 14 – Saturday 15 August 2020 – Book Now

We are continuing to take bookings for subsequent open days while monitoring government advice regarding events. We will communicate all key information to anyone who books to attend.

Book your place at an open day or virtual open day

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