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Department of English
Faculty of Arts & Humanities

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Undergraduate

Based in the heart of London, we are ranked 5th in the UK for English Language and Literature and 14th in the world (QS World Rankings, 2026). Here we explore English literature in all its periods, genres, styles and manifestations.

We pride ourselves on the range and diversity of the modules we offer on our courses, giving you the freedom and flexibility to shape your degree to your interests. You can choose from a huge range of topics encompassing creative writing, literature and science, performance and war writing, with texts running from the seventh century to today.

Our central London location allows you to use the city as your classroom for embedding literary contexts. We enjoy unique partnerships with the institutions which surround us, such as Shakespeare's Globe and the British Library, in addition to our strong connections with universities around the world where you can study abroad.

When students graduate from our courses, they move onto a range of exciting careers. They gain skills in debate and discussion, effective communication, and creative expression – all of which are highly valued by employers. These skills are rooted in humanity and can be used alongside AI and other technology to succeed in the workplace.

UCAS Code: Q300
Duration: Three years

This English BA offers an unrivalled breadth and depth of literature study with more than 50 optional modules that span the medieval period to the present.

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UCAS Code: R904
Duration: Four years

Study English and a Modern Language (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) with a year abroad at King's College London.

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UCAS Code: QW10
Duration: 3 years

Explore literature across genres, periods and cultures while developing the skills, confidence and portfolio to shape your own work and future career.

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UCAS Code: Q3P3
Duration: Three years

Study for a BA English with Film Studies degree at King's College London.

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UCAS Code: LP99
Duration: Three years full-time (a modern languages major is four years, with the third year spent abroad)

Study Liberal Arts BA at King's College London and take one of 13 majors from across arts, social sciences and humanities.

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Career Paths

Career Paths

Graduates from the Department of English share their careers journeys.

Why choose King's Department of English?

  • 5th in the UK logo

    5th in the UK

    Our Department ranks 5th in the UK for the study of English, so you'll be taught by experts in their field and published writers.

  • Study in central London logo

    Study in central London

    Base yourself in one of the most connected cities in the world for excellent career opportunities and unique cultural venues.

  • Vital workplace skills logo

    Vital workplace skills

    Unlock skills in critical thinking and creativity to set you on the path to a successful and varied career.

  • Spend a year abroad logo

    Spend a year abroad

    You can study abroad as part of our degree programmes in Europe, North America, Australia and more.

Be part of London's literary history

Did you know the Strand, where King's is based, was once the centre of London's print and book trade? You can walk in the footsteps of Charles Dickens and George Eliot right outside our campus, and explore remnants of the city's 19th century publishing industry.

Studying at King's gives you quick access to London's iconic cultural and historical sites – but through our teaching, you'll uncover the city's hidden histories and forgotten stories too, adding vital context to your understanding of the area.

Watch our walking tour with Dr Brian Murray to learn more about the Strand's literary past.

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