BA Hons English

This programme builds on our significant international reputation in creative writing, journalism and publishing. Core modules introduce and analyse literature in a range of forms, including in different media; and actively explore both creative writing and performance. Through varied learning and assessments, which include portfolios, showcases, projects and traditional essays, students engage with current debates in literary scholarship while also developing applied skills in the use of English in creative, professional and digital contexts. The course encourages students to: read widely, including literature related to and written about London; analyse and produce narratives in various forms, including in different media; and experience different forms of creative writing in performance.