Studying English literature at Brunel will allow you to follow your interests in a subject you love, while giving you a wide array of skills to succeed once you graduate. We are committed to giving you the knowledge, skills and experiences you’ll need to confidently approach your future regardless of what your goals are. One of the best things about joining one of our English courses is that we emphasise developing transferable practical skills like communication and critical analysis that are highly sought after in the graduate world. This coupled with the option to take work placements as part of our English undergraduate degree means you can test the waters of a chosen future career, allowing you to immerse yourself in the academic world of literature, writing and culture without limiting your options for the future. Many of our graduates have gone on to do great things whether that is in the literary and creative industries, media related roles, business functions like marketing and HR and beyond. Follow some of their journeys to see how we helped to support them in achieving their goals. Although she has been making music for herself since the age of 10, Ray BLK’s only music training came in the form of opera-singing lessons during a short scholarship programme at Brunel. RAY BLK, Alumni,Undergraduate From Nigeriamore... I didn’t appreciate how much that degree would open my eyes. My reading options were endless and the support was phenomenal. Tara, Alumni,Undergraduate English Language and Literature From UKmore... I was very attracted to the specific content of the course, in particular the focus on Shakespeare and playwrights of the Renaissance Samuel, Undergraduate English BA From UKmore... Become our next inspiration Why study English at Brunel? Careers and your future with English Making you job ready from day one Work placements to give you the edge Supported by experts Study abroad opportunities