Immerse yourself in literature
Congratulations on your offer to study English Literature!
Study the full breadth and depth of English, American and World Literature, culture and history. We’ll train you to become an independent researcher, a critical thinker, and a creative writer.
Ranked 5th in the UK for English (Complete University Guide 2021).
Benefit from the rich literary history of Manchester, a UNESCO City of Literature.
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Careers and employability
Make your mark at Manchester
All our courses have your future in mind - whether that’s further study or starting a career.
Our degrees provide you with a set of versatile skills that are highly desired by a wide range of employers.
Meet our alumni
Explore where your degree can take you by reading about our where our alumni are today.
Meet the graduates
Hear from recent graduates of the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures (SALC).
Placement year
Apply your subject-specific knowledge in a real-world context.
Find out more: about work placement opportunities in your third year of study
Learning and support
Blended learning
Rich learning experience
We've worked hard to ensure our students have a rich learning experience despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.
Many of the things that make our English Literature courses distinctive are still in place, challenging you to explore new ways of thinking.
A day in the life
English Language and German student Saule outlines a day in the life of blended learning.
Exclusive access to collections
Manchester students have unparalleled access to exclusive collections at the John Rylands Library.
Fantastic resources
The University is home to the Centre for New Writing, which has championed creative writing since 2007.
Adapting our teaching
Here are some of the ways we have adapted our teaching and support without compromising on quality.
Lectures are usually delivered to your whole cohort in person, on campus, and supported by seminars, group work and online activities to consolidate your learning.
Currently all lectures are delivered online, usually live or occasionally pre-recorded, with supporting activities delivered online through our online learning environment.
Seminars are smaller group sessions led by a member of staff, giving you the opportunity to discuss topics covered in your lectures in depth.
Currently seminars are online and you can contribute to discussions through your computer audio or by using comment or chat functions.
This includes working with other students to discuss a case, prepare and deliver a presentation, or to write a report.
Group work is important to deepen your knowledge and develop important transferable skills. Currently, group work takes place online through platforms including Zoom breakout rooms and Blackboard Collaborate.
Student support
A welcoming environment
English Literature at Manchester has an active community that welcomes students from all over the world.
You’ll make friends through course and society activities, and get support in your studies from older students through our peer-assisted student support scheme.
Covid-19 and your course
Providing high-quality education
We know the last few months have been challenging and uncertain for us all.
Whatever happens next, you can rest assured that we'll adjust to any changes to public health guidelines while still providing a quality learning environment.
Contact us
Get in touch
Our admissions staff are here for any questions you have.
Email: ug-eac@manchester.ac.uk
Social media
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Your course
Courses within this subject area
Remind yourself how much your course at Manchester has to offer you.
Courses
Follow the relevant link for details about the course you have an offer for:
- English Literature BA
- English Literature and American Studies BA
- English Literature and French BA
- English Literature and German BA
- English Literature and History BA
- English Literature and Italian BA
- English Literature and Spanish BA
- English Literature with Creative Writing BA
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