English BA (Hons)

Studying English requires a deep passion for language, an intellectual curiosity, and the ability to explain yourself with imagination and intelligence. Our English course is extremely flexible as it offers a broad range of optional modules that allow you to pursue your interests for the written word, from Shakespeare right through to travel writing. Youll be able to gain valuable work experience from our creative partnerships, where youll be able to practically apply your theoretical knowledge and develop your career prospects. <br/><br/>English at NTU is taught by expert academics and award-winning writers. You’ll be able to study an exciting array of literature dating from the Renaissance period right through to the 21st Century. Youll examine a range of literature such as; Shakespeare, American literature, Black writing in Britain, travel writing and modern poetry. Through the varied modules you’ll explore key debates, enhance your communication skills and become more creative with the way in which you write. This course has been designed to help enhance your talents and strengths as well as provide you with the skills and knowledge to forge a successful career. You’ll be encouraged to increase your knowledge surrounding digital competencies and through the use of work experience you’ll be able to gain a great knowledge of the discipline of the workplace and be able to explore a selection of potential careers before graduating. Alongside this, you’ll be able to engage with a detailed cultural programme of events where you’ll be able to meet and converse with writers, film makers and other practitioners to gain a greater insight into English and to learn additional expertise. As one of our graduates you will possess a wide range of academic and transferable skills suitable for employment.

If you’re looking for somewhere that’ll get you credibility, plenty of real-world experience, and the attention of employers, at Nottingham Trent University (NTU), you'll find all that and so much more.<br/><br/>They offer a huge range of undergraduate courses that have been created with careers in mind, built in collaboration with industry experts and accrediting bodies, with employer facing work experience included as standard – you’ll be sure to find a course to suit your interest and ambitions. <br/><br/>Choose to study at one of their university sites across Nottingham, and be a part of one of the UK’s top student cities with a reputation for being an affordable and friendly place to live. Or study in a vibrant capital city, at their newest campus in London, right in the creative core of one of the world’s top-ranked student cities. <br/><br/>Ranked 2nd in the UK for Student Life (University Compare 2026) and with NTU's accommodation gurantee, it's a place everyone can call home. Your first year of accommodation in Nottingham is guaranteed if you are offered and accept a place through Clearing (T&Cs apply). <br/><br/>Join NTU this September and enjoy GOLD-rated teaching, long-lasting employability support and incredible extracurricular opportunities at one of the UK’s largest and most applied to universities.<br/><br/>“Studying here has allowed me to challenge my perspectives and think critically. The support from tutors is second to none, and I've grown so much as a person and as a student.”<br/>Mary Jarvis, Psychology