English Language and Literature, BA (Hons)

Our English Language and Literature BA programme boasts impressive rankings, with 94% of research rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) and a position in the top 100 globally (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023). This course blends linguistics and literature, allowing students to examine the interplay between language structures, societal roles, and literary traditions. Through a dynamic curriculum, you'll explore language's transformative power via close reading, creative and critical writing, and diverse linguistic methods. Teaching includes access to unique archives, such as Virginia Woolf's letters, and field trips to sites like the Globe Theatre, alongside opportunities for personal writing development and connections to Brighton's creative scene.At the University of Sussex, our innovative environment fosters excitement and challenge across courses and research. Located on a scenic campus near the South Downs National Park and Brighton & Hove, with easy access to London and Gatwick Airport, we encourage students to contribute meaningfully to society through schemes like Sussex Writes.

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