Text and works of literature are all around us. From books and plays to magazines and web content, you can learn how to analyse these works by studying English or Literature. Finding meaning within texts is a highly-valued skill required in many job professions.
Our English and Literature courses cover a wide range of areas, such as:
- linguistics
- creative writing
- language and cognition
- English language and its central role in society.
At the University of Stirling, you can study literary works from the medieval period to the present day. You can also learn about linguistics, develop your creative writing skills and delve into the history of the English language.
Stirling English and Literature degrees are highly regarded. We're ranked 1st in Scotland for Literature in English (National Student Survey (2024), and top 20 in the UK for English (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024).