Literature and Languages

Stirling’s Literature and Languages division opens up boundless new possibilities for students and researchers in numerous related areas, which include Religion and Translation. We’re known as leaders in our field, with 100% of our research environment in English Language and Literature classed as world leading or internationally excellent in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) – and that expertise feeds into everything we do.

If you’re an undergraduate, the freedom to combine your course with a host of complementary subjects, along with our focus on language analysis and close textual criticism, means you’ll enjoy a distinct advantage when you step into the job market. We also deliver highly-rated Postgraduate Taught courses that will expand your knowledge in several specialised aspects of Literature and Language. And, as a researcher, you can immerse yourself in a vibrant transdisciplinary environment where you’ll be encouraged to play your part in broadening the world’s horizons.