English Language and Literature In REF 2021, we saw an increase in the percentage of our English research graded world-leading or internationally excellent in all three areas of assessment – research outputs, impact and research environment. We achieved a high grade point average (a measure of the average quality of research) of 3.07. View full results here. Transforming the literary landscape: REF impact case study Brunel English academics have collectively changed their industry, making it more inclusive, more diverse and more reflective of 21st century Britain. REF results for arts and humanities panel