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English Literature, Language and Linguistics

English Literature, Language and Linguistics

Join our community of researchers in our culturally vibrant school.

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Our excellence is based on a sense of community, outstanding teaching, and the quality of our students.

Research

Our research is world-leading in areas of Literature, Creative Writing, English Language and Linguistics.

Partners and collaborators

Staff and students work with a wide range of partners, both in and around the North East, across the UK and internationally.

Current students

Find out more about programme information, studying abroad, assessment, feedback, and student support.

Studying in the School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics has been a fantastic experience. The Percy Building feels like a home away from home.

Kate, English Literature graduate

Our Latest News

13 January 2022

SELLL Student Blogger Opportunity

Applications for an English Language and Linguistics Student Blogger in SELLL are now open.

08 December 2021

Creative Writing Alumna Success

Creative Writing Alumna, Hannah Lowe, was shortlisted for the Costa Poetry Award for her collection 'The Kids'.

30 November 2021

Dr Emma Whipday speaks at Shakespeare’s Globe online Women and Power Festival

Dr Emma Whipday, Lecturer in Renaissance Literature, will be speaking at the Shakespeare’s Globe online Women and Power Festival on 7th December.

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