Undergraduate student profiles

Find out from our students what studying an English degree at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ is like.

Charles Nelson smiling at the camera while sat in the wave building at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ

University has allowed me to become so much more independent and helped me to increase my communication skills and my confidence.

Charles Nelson BA English Literature

Charles answers questions about studying English Literature and ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ

Sum Yee Li smiling

The interactive and encouraging methods of the seminar tutors help cultivate an inspiring learning environment

Sum Yee Li BA Language and Linguistics

Sum Yee answers questions about studying Language and Linguistics at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ.

A photo of Theo Taylor.

I've become a good lateral thinker and problem solver from applying knowledge across areas of study

Theo Taylor BA Linguistics and Modern Languages

Theo answers questions about studying a dual degree at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ.

A photo of Elizabeth Hayselden

Class discussions have allowed me to gradually build up the courage to vocalise my ideas in a supportive environment

Elizabeth Hayselden BA Linguistics and Modern Languages

Elizabeth talks about her experience so far at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ.

A photo of Charlotte Van Bochoven

ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ is just an incredible city with so much do and explore, from the nightlife, wide range of societies and the beautiful Peak District

Charlotte Van Bochoven BA Linguistics and Modern Languages

Charlotte discusses what it's like to study a dual degree at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ.

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I love the subjects I study and the options I have to progress in them across my degree

Fran Bell BA Linguistics and Modern Languages

Fran talks about her experience studying Linguistics and Modern Languages.

A photo of Myah Rose.

It’s really exciting when the content overlaps and you can connect your two subjects together

Myah Rose BA English and Philosophy

Myah shares her experiences on her English and Philosophy course.

A photo of Lucy Milburn.

The facilities we have access to and the private tuition I receive are unmatched

Lucy Milburn BA English and Music

English and Music student Lucy gives her take on her dual degree.

A photo of River Ciccone.

The variety and flexibility leads to an enriching course

River Ciccone BA English and Music

English and Music student River talks about life at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ as a dual student.

Kate Gadsby-Mace

Kate Gadsby-Mace on why she chose ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ for her PhD

Kate Gadsby-Mace School of English

Kate completed her BA and MA at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ and stayed on for her PhD. Her research examined the expression of British national identity through 18th-century Gothic Literature.

A smiling ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ student holding a sign that says "I'm here to help" at an undergraduate open day

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Discover what sets ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ apart at our undergraduate open day on Saturday 5 July 2025.

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