An English degree at Teesside University offers an enriching educational journey that fosters critical thinking, creative expression and practical skills to endless opportunities and a rich academic experience.

You’ll be part of live research projects, where you can contribute to cutting-edge knowledge and even have the chance to publish your work in both print and digital formats. Perhaps one of the most appealing aspects is the absence of traditional exams. Instead, all assessments are done through portfolios of writing.

Let the numbers do the talking! In the 2023 National Student Survey, students gave our teachers a perfect 100% for explaining concepts, with assessments and assessment feedback earning top scores. This means you’ll be well looked after and given a high level of teaching. Our library resources also received high praise from our students, proving you’ll have access to great facilities to study in.

The 2023 Graduate Outcomes Survey paints a bright future for English graduates, with 81.1% securing graduate-level jobs within just 15 months of graduating.

A variety of career paths will be open to you, including law, accountancy, social work, librarianship, journalism, public relations, teaching, retail management and local government work.

By Jade.