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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

07 September 2021

University Endowed Prize Winners

Congratulations to SELLL students who have received a University Endowed Prize.

26 July 2021

Emeritus Professor elected as fellow of the British Academy

Emeritus Professor in Theoretical Linguistics in SELLL, Anders Holmberg, has been elected as a fellow of the British Academy.

14 July 2021

Undergraduate School Prizes 2021

The School of English Literature, Language and Linguistics have awarded a series of School Prizes to graduating Undergraduate students.

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