English at Kent
Why study English at Kent?
Your degree, your way.
From Jane Austen to dystopian fiction and the gothic; from contemporary poetry and interactive storytelling, you specialise in the literature that you are passionate about.
Break new ground.
Humanities Graduates are employed in sectors which are amongst the fastest growing, allowing more room for a flexible, exciting and successful career path. Source: The British Academy.
Literary legacy.
From Marlowe, to Dickens, to Chaucer, Canterbury inspires writers. The University of Kent is home to two Nobel Laureates. So many great stories start with Canterbury, why shouldn't yours?
Build your network.
Gain the skills that employers look for to stand out from the crowd. Our teaching embeds employability, to help you kick-start your career while studying the subjects you love.
New voices, new approach.
Literature is beyond just the pages of novels, we study writing in all forms. You could explore the storytelling power of video games, or the lyricism of Taylor Swift.
Discover the course that is right for you.
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Study modeFull-time or part-timeCourse options
Explore literature from across the globe and throughout the ages, from classic to contemporary.
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Study modeFull-time or part-timeCourse options
Find your voice as a writer in a city steeped in rich literary tradition, from Dickens to Chaucer to Marlowe.
Study modeFull-time or part-timeCourse options
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Sustainability
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Kent Students' Union
Run by students, Kent Students' Union is the representative voice of all 20,000+ students who study at Kent.
Sport
Whether you want to play for fun or train to compete, you'll be joining a welcoming community where you can reach your personal best.
Arts on campus
Developing your creative side is easy at Kent. Join a dynamic and diverse community full of ideas.
Student life
There is no template for a Kent student, so student life is for everyone. Check out all Kent has to offer.
Clubs and societies
T24 is our drama society at Kent. Discover the socials and performances they put on.
Sustainability
Sustainability needs everyone taking part. At Kent we have plenty of projects, societies and initiatives to get involved with.
Kent Students' Union
Run by students, Kent Students' Union is the representative voice of all 20,000+ students who study at Kent.
Sport
Whether you want to play for fun or train to compete, you'll be joining a welcoming community where you can reach your personal best.
Arts on campus
Developing your creative side is easy at Kent. Join a dynamic and diverse community full of ideas.
Student life
There is no template for a Kent student, so student life is for everyone. Check out all Kent has to offer.
There are so many societies to choose from. I’ve been to events for the Kent Uni Boob team which is great and represents CoppaFeel at Uni of Kent. Societies also do taster sessions which is great so you can try lots of things out.
Daisy Cooper, English Literature BA (Hons)
