English Literature degrees in All England

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University of Portsmouth

7 english-literature courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 88th
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WUSCA ranking: 84th
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English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Body Politics
  • Global Identities
  • Popular Culture
  • The Short Story: Murder, Madness and Experimentation
  • Unpacking Texts: Introducing Critical Theory
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Anglia Ruskin University

12 english-literature courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 78th
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I find my university a great place to study because they have so much systems in place to help and support students through university life. So far I can’t find any fault because I have access to so much learning materials and support with wellbeing.

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English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • A History of English Literature from Equiano to Chaucer
  • A History of English Literature, from the present to 1789
  • Language and Society
  • Literature of the Fens
  • Myth, Miracle and Magic
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Writing and English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • A History of English Literature 1: Writing Matters
  • A History of English Literature 2: Reading Literature and Theory
  • Anglia Language Programme
  • Fundamentals of Publishing
  • Introduction to Imaginative Writing
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Royal Holloway, University of London

3 english-literature courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 24th
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I find the location, community and campus feel very peaceful and relaxing, and the education provided is good quality and varied. There could be more support for students who struggle to fit in with the student body, e.g., more help and encouragement to join societies or opportunities to socialise with peers.

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English and American Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Critical Foundations: Thinking as a Critic
  • Introducing America, 1600-1900
  • Introduction to Poetry
  • Literature and Crisis
  • Reorienting the Novel
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English and Creative Writing - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Critical Foundations: Thinking as a Critic
  • Introduction to Creative Writing
  • Introduction to Poetry
  • Reorienting the Novel
  • Why Write? The History and Theory of Creative Writing
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Northumbria University, Newcastle

8 english-literature courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 41st
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WUSCA ranking: 15th
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Studying at Northumbria University has been a good experience overall. The campus is modern, with great facilities like the library and study spaces. Most lecturers are helpful and supportive, and the courses feel practical and career-focused. The university also provides useful career support and opportunities for placements. The student environment is friendly, and Newcastle is an affordable and welcoming city for students. However, feedback on assignments can sometimes be slow, and study spaces can get busy during peak times. Overall, it’s a great place to study with a good balance of academics and student life.

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English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • EL4001 - Introduction to Literary Studies
  • EL4003 - Representing the US: From Slavery to Terrorism
  • EL4004 - Reading Poetry
  • EL4006 - Concepts in Criticism and Culture
  • EL4016 - Talking Texts
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Year 1
  • AM4001 - Introduction to American Studies
  • AM4002 - Contemporary America
  • EL4001 - Introduction to Literary Studies
  • EL4003 - Representing the US: From Slavery to Terrorism
  • EL4006 - Concepts in Criticism and Culture
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University of Reading

10 english-literature courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 33rd
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Uni of Reading has a really nice campus with plenty of green space and is in a nice area of Reading that is a short walk to town, student housing is also right next to campus so easy to do for second and third year. Has a really nice library thats great for getting work done and Wednesday night union on campus is great. Accommodation on and off campus is very expensive however and in general student life is more expensive here that at other unis.

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English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Genre and Context
  • Poetry in English
  • Research and Criticism
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  • Ancient Song
  • Genre and Context
  • Poetry in English
  • Research and Criticism
  • Texts, Readers, and Writers
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University of Kent

2 english-literature courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 43rd
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The people I have met here are so amazing, I feel very safe and comfortable. Testament support are always finding new ways to improve and are continuously raising awareness on what they have on offer and how they are abkd to support every individual

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English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Stage 1
  • ENGL3360 - Changing Literatures: From Chaucer to the Contemporary
  • ENGL3370 - Thinking Through Theory
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  • ENGL3360 - Changing Literatures: From Chaucer to the Contemporary
  • ENGL3370 - Thinking Through Theory
  • ENGL3390 - Creative Writing Foundations
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University of Sunderland

2 english-literature courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 69th
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WUSCA ranking: 40th
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Best aspect: amazing facilities, highly professional tutors and staffs, everyone seems to have good heads on their shoulders. High teaching standard and it's nice meeting people from other cultural settlements. Worst aspect: more of a recommendation, extracurricular activities to establish a better inculcation, especially for foreign students. For instance, city tour for foreign students, debates, sports etc, this will facilitate better friendship between students

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Year 1
  • Business of Writing: Editing and Publishing
  • Mini Project
  • Reading and Literature
  • Regional Writing: Language
  • The Fundamentals of English Language Study
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Liverpool John Moores University

5 english-literature courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 50th
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WUSCA ranking: 18th
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Commuting meant I saved money on accommodation and could balance uni with life at home. The campus facilities and supportive lecturers made the travel worthwhile. Worst aspects: Travel could be tiring, and I sometimes missed out on late-night events or spontaneous social activities. Suggestions for improvement: More flexible timetabling and better commuter-friendly spaces (like common rooms or lockers) would make the experience even better.

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English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Level 4
  • American Classics
  • Critical Keywords for English
  • Environment, Culture and Technology
  • Literary and Cultural Theory
  • Liverpool Legacies
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English Literature with Foundation Year - BA (Hons)
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  • Critical Reading and Adaptation
  • Investigating Liverpool
  • Peace: the Pursuit of Harmony in the Arts and Humanities
  • Preparing for Success: Academic Skills
  • War: Conflict in the Arts and Humanities
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Bristol, UWE

1 english-literature courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 63rd
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WUSCA ranking: 45th
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Overall, it is an amazing experience being part of UWE! However, life outside of the campus can be really challenging, and it'd be great if there were more accessibility for students like me who are working while studying.

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English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Human Stories
  • Approaches to Literature and Criticism
  • Literature and Constructions of Childhood
  • Literature and the Marketplace
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London Metropolitan University

2 english-literature courses LONDON
WUSCA ranking: 79th
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It’s a great place to study because it’s quiet, comfortable, and offers resources that encourage focus and productivity. Can improved by one-to-one support tailored to students’ needs and course-related difficulties.

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Creative Writing and English Literature - BA (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Poetic Form and Genre
  • Romantics to Victorians
  • Theatre and Performance: History and Craft
  • Writer's World
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  • Poetic Form and Genre
  • Romantics to Victorians
  • Theatre and Performance: History and Craft
  • Writer's World
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