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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Moray · September 2026
Literature and Creative Writing
University of Essex
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · Colchester Campus · October 2026
Literature and Creative Writing
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Argyll · September 2026
Literature and Creative Writing (Including Placement Year)
University of Essex
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Colchester Campus · October 2026
Literature and Creative Writing (Including Year Abroad)
University of Essex
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Colchester Campus · October 2026
Literature and Criminology
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Inverness · September 2026
Literature and Politics
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Inverness · September 2026
Literature and Sociology
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Moray · September 2026
Literature and Theology
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · North, West and Hebrides · September 2026
Literature with Gaelic Studies
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Moray · September 2026
Classical Literature & Civilisation and Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · Main Site · September 2026
Classical Literature and Civilisation
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · Main Site · September 2026
Literature
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Moray · September 2026
Literature and Creative Writing
University of Essex
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · Colchester Campus · October 2026
Literature and Creative Writing
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Argyll · September 2026
Literature and Creative Writing (Including Placement Year)
University of Essex
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Colchester Campus · October 2026
Literature and Creative Writing (Including Year Abroad)
University of Essex
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Colchester Campus · October 2026
Literature and Criminology
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Inverness · September 2026
Literature and Politics
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Inverness · September 2026
Literature and Sociology
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Moray · September 2026
Literature and Theology
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · North, West and Hebrides · September 2026
Literature with Gaelic Studies
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · Moray · September 2026
Classical Literature & Civilisation and Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · Main Site · September 2026
Classical Literature and Civilisation
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · Main Site · September 2026
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UWE BristolEnglish LiteratureHey everyone! I study English Literature and I am currently in my second year. I have an interest in children's literature, looking to go into publishing as a career. I am an open book and would love to help you answer any queries you may have, as I have been in your position and know how daunting it can all feel. Whether you have questions about English Literature BA(Hons), UWE life as a whole or things like student budgeting, don't hesitate to ask :) Catrin
Bangor UniversityEnglish LiteratureAfter completing my degree, I hope to continue my studies by applying for a Teacher's Training qualification, enabling me to qualify for secondary school education positions. However, I am also hoping to work abroad for a year before settling down permanently - some counties in mind are South Korea, Italy, Spain...and many more! Dhara
University of East Anglia UEALiterature and Creative WritingHi! I'm Dhara, I’m in my second year at UEA and I study English Literature and Creative Writing, having transferred degrees from Psychology. I’m also a student ambassador, student content creator and student of colour ambassador! I'm interested in all things sports, books and creative writing, in particular, historical fiction and fantasy. I also do Taekwondo, having been the Vice-President, Publicity Officer and First Year Representative in my first and second years. Feel free to ask me any questions about my degree, student life, societies/clubs, part time jobs at UEA, advice on starting university and more! Emily
University of ReadingBA English LiteratureHii! My name is Emily and I'm an Ambassador for the University of Reading! I really love writing, playing video games and my three crazy cats. In the future, I plan to be teaching English Literature and spreading my passion for the subject :) Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions that you may have! Jessica
Bangor UniversityEnglish LiteratureHi, I’m Jess and I want to pursue a career in screen acting or teaching! I love performing and am a member of the musical theatre society, I also am a massive fan of reading. Kristen
University of WarwickPhilosophy and Literature (BA)My name is Kristen and I am from South Carolina in the United States. I am 18 years old and I am very passionate about art, music, film, philosophy, and baking. I also love spending time with my flatmates and friends. Olive
Durham UniversityBA English Literature (Q300)Durham University student studying English Literature in my second year. Loves everything to do with books and films but also loves to play hockey and go running. Raha
Lancaster UniversityEnglish Literature and Creative WritingHi I'm Raha :) I'm a first year PhD student in the English department. I'm an International Student Ambassador as well as a Student Ambassador Leader. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions :)
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Love Learning entry - English literature and creative writing
Did you enjoy this video? If so, why not take a look at the Love Learning 2015 winners, here: http://ow.ly/Rrhcl
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Love Learning entry - English Literature
Did you enjoy this video? If so, why not take a look at the Love Learning 2015 winners, here: http://ow.ly/Rrhcl
Duration: 00:3018 Apr 2025, 20:09
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