English Literature
‘Literature’, says the poet Ezra Pound, ‘is news that stays news’.
At Reading, we believe that the study of English literature provides not only a rewarding challenge and an active pleasure, but also the foundation of a critical and cultural awareness that will remain with you for life. We are ranked 11th for Creative Writing in the Complete University Guide 2023.
We are a very research-active department with a century-long history of innovation in English studies, and we continue to extend our curriculum to include contemporary American literature as well as new writing from Britain and Ireland. You will become part of a conversation about the way our subject is developing. You will also develop your own writing skills; whether your ambition is to write creatively or in a professional context, you will graduate with the confidence and skill to say exactly what you mean.
In your second year, you may be able to spend a semester studying abroad at one of our partner institutions in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe and USA. This is a great opportunity to continue your study of English literature while immersing yourself in a different culture.
Courses
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Full Time: 4 Years
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Full Time: 4 Years
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BA Classical Studies and English Literature
Full Time: 3 Years
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Full Time: 3 Years
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BA Creative Writing and Film & Theatre
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA Creative Writing and Theatre
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Language and Linguistics
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Language and Literature
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Language and Linguistics with Placement Experience
Full Time: 4 Years
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Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Literature with Creative Writing
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Literature and Film & Theatre
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Literature and Film
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Literature and International Relations
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Literature and Politics
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Literature and Theatre
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA English Language and Linguistics with Foundation
Full Time: 4 Years
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BA English Literature with Foundation
Full Time: 4 Years
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BA History and English Literature
Full Time: 3 Years
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BA Modern Languages and English Literature
Full Time: 4 Years
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BA Philosophy and English Literature
Full Time: 3 Years
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