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English and Creative Writing

English and Creative Writing

We are one of the leading English and Creative Writing departments in the UK and offer an exciting range of innovative undergraduate, postgraduate-taught and research degree programmes. We have strengths in teaching and research in most areas from the medieval period to the present day, including specialisms in creative writing, publishing and digital humanities. Located in beautiful Devon, our students have the opportunity to explore the near-by coastline, beaches and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty during their studies.

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Top 15 in the UK for English

11th in the Complete University Guide 2025; 14th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

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46th for English Language and Literature in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2024

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Opportunities for study abroad and employment experience in the UK or abroad

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Unique on site resources: Exeter’s Special Collections archive and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum

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