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English

The next chapter in your story

Discover how stories, from timeless classics to contemporary voices, change our world. Explore the narratives that shape culture, challenge ideas and spark creativity. Focusing on diverse perspectives and thought-provoking texts, you’ll build confidence in reading, writing and critical thinking while celebrating the power of words.
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34thin the world for English Language and Literature

(QS World University Rankings 2026)

93%in work or further study within 15 months of graduating

(GOS 2023)

Top 100worldwide for Arts and Humanities

(QS World Rankings by Subject 2026)

Top reasons to study English at Queen Mary

  1. From medieval poetry to the latest contemporary fiction, studying English with us will help you discover the power of language and the various career paths it opens up to you. 
  2. Add an international experience to your course with a ‘year abroad option’, it’s available on all of our English programmes. 
  3. London's diverse outlooks, cultures and history attracts a huge range of students and respected staff members. This will bring your learning to life – bringing you fresh perspectives and alternative ways of thinking.

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ArtsOne is a modern building with foyer space, a lecture theatre and seminar rooms. It offers access to a great range of facilities and support for our English, Language and drama undergraduate students.

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Student stories...

The variety of modules on offer on my course is fantastic. If Shakespeare is your passion, you can study it. If you love medieval texts (like I do), you can study them. Or, if you prefer more contemporary novels, you can study them. There is something at Queen Mary for everyone.
— Louise Fligman , BA (Hons) English
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