Top 10 UK Universities for English Studies

English Studies programmes in the UK offer a combination of language, creative and literature modules, developing skills in creative thinking, written & verbal communication and analytical discussion.

Read more: English Studies subject guide

An undergraduate or postgraduate award in English will lead to varied career paths, including teaching, journalism and marketing.

Top 10 UK Universities for English Studies

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Source: 2023 Guardian University Guide rankings

Top Ten Universities

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Breckett Front My counsellor contacted me every day throughout the application process and helped me receive an unconditional offer. I am so grateful to SI-UK and will never forget them. I will study very hard as I feel this is the best reward I can give the whole team. 

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  • university-college-london
  • manchester
  • University of Birmingham
  • sheffield
  • southampton
  • kings
  • exeter
  • cardiff
  • warwick
  • loughborough
  • edinburgh
  • bristol
  • lancaster
  • durham
  • bath
  • york
  • st-andrews
  • sussex
  • nottingham
  • aberdeen