University of Bristol Speciality : English Language & Literature
programme: English

I have thoroughly enjoyed studying English at Bristol so far. The tutors are supportive and genuinely passionate, and the course is varied and stimulating. However, first year can feel heavy as it begins with medieval literature, requiring pre-seminar translations – a tricky class to be thrown straight into. Second year offers much more choices and the freedom to pick specific interests making the course more engaging and enjoyable.

Seminars are kept relatively small meaning discussions are focused and giving everyone the chance to contribute. You are able to book into tutors weekly office hours for essay advice/feedback etc. which I have found very useful.

The university has a buzzing campus life with a huge number of societies. There are several libraries/study areas which are great to work in.

Honestly – this University is in the top five for a reason. It’s facilities are incredible, the atmosphere of the city is unbeatable, it has its own culture that you really couldn’t find anywhere else. It’s the perfect mix of laid back and vibrant. There is truly something for everyone here.

Academics wise, it’s second to none. Supportive tutors, interesting course content

I had a really positive experience at Bristol and was able to make the most of my time there and the opportunities and facilites that are available to students, despite the uni closures during covid. While studying english I was able to supplement my academic work with informative courses run by the careers service as well as complete an extra curricular Plus Award. Doing this pointed me in the direction of some of bristol’s great resources such as access to Future Learn and the Career’s Service employment site where I was able to find multiped internship and work opportunites. I really rated this about the uni and used it a lot throughout my 3 years there.
I studied english and personally found the course content really enjoyable. I was able to study what I wanted and really thrived from the content and work we were given.
Even despite covid closures, the libraries I used at bristol were always accessible and supported my studies.
I don’t have any experience of living in halls but bristol is generally a great, accessible and enjoyable city and uni for students which I would recommend.

I thoroughly enjoyed my study at Bristol, and in particular I was impressed by the quality of my English programme. I had access to academic and personal support at all times when it was needed, and was often reached out to to ensure I was doing OK. The resources available (at the library and online) were massively helpful in my studies, and enabled me to complete my course to the best of my ability. The lectures and seminars were varied, well-spaced out and interesting.