English: learning, teaching, research
We have a first-rate, international reputation for outstanding teaching and research, as demonstrated by our School's current rankings:
- 11th for English and 6th for Creative Writing in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019
- 6th for English in The Telegraph's top 10 UK universities
- 13th for English and 8th for Creative Writing in The Complete University Guide 2020
- 9th in the UK for 'research power' (REF 2014)
- 48th for English Language and Literature in the QS World University Rankings 2019
We offer a unique combination of English disciplines, including literature from the Anglo-Saxon and medieval periods to the present day, English language from its origins to contemporary and applied contexts, drama and performance, and creative writing.
Professor Svenja Adolphs
Head of School
Latest News
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- Tips and support if you're taking exams
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- A review by Dr Lucie Sutherland of the highly successful student conference, The English Showcase which took place on Wednesday 10th April 2019.
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- A gathering in memory of Professor Ronald Carter takes place in Kyoto.
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- Midlands4Cities Nottingham funding for students starting in September 2019. Eligibility: All of Arts and Humanities. Selected themes in Law, Politics and Geography. Application deadline: Thursday 2 May 2019.
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Events
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- 05/06/2019
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- Lunchtime talks - a series of free talks to accompany the exhibition will be held at the Djanogly Theatre.
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- 05/06/2019
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- Weston Gallery | FREE | advance booking required
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- 13/06/2019
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- A half-day workshop exploring interdisciplinary approaches to resilience across the Arts and Humanities. Sign-up to attend!
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- 22 - 23/06/2019
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- Future innovations in teaching and learning will evolve where new thinking in teaching, new approaches to curriculum design and management, and new technology come together in alignment. This two-day conference brings together university teachers and educators, learning technologists, practitioners and students to share the concepts, practices and technical applications that will form the educational settings of the future.
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- 02/07/2019
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- Lunchtime talks - a series of free talks to accompany the exhibition will be held at the Djanogly Theatre.
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