English language and literature
Explore the diversity of English literature across the chronological span, making lively connections with all forms of culture. Or choose to investigate the human capacity for language with a rigorous grounding in all the key aspects of language analysis.
Why study with us
We value and celebrate curiosity, informed debate, critical analysis and creative thinking. We see our role as partnering and enabling you in your learning by delivering expert teaching in a friendly, supportive and personalised culture.
Excellent career prospects
90% of graduates were in employment and/or further study, due to start a new job or course, or doing other activities such as travelling, 15 months after the end of their course. (Graduate Outcomes survey 2022/23)
Quality research
Placed 4th in the UK for research impact and 5th for research power in English Language and Literature (REF 2021).
Award-winning staff
Our talented Creative Writing team regularly scoop national and international awards for their novels and poetry and collectively share experience in theatre, television and film.
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Entry year
Together, we can: better understand the world through literature
Oliver believes that the key to understanding the world is by looking at the past through literature, believing that analysing past events can give us much-needed insight into current global issues.
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Studying English Literature at Cardiff University
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Studying English Language at Cardiff University
Our academics share insight into this fascinating subject, the welcoming community you’ll join, and the kinds of exciting opportunities and wider support you can expect.
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Encouraging critical rigour, creativity and intellectual inquisitiveness
Our teaching is underpinned by world-leading and internationally excellent research. We bring together the highest levels of scholarship with a record of innovation and engagement that has helped define our fields and effect change in the world beyond academia.
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