Research

In the most recent RAE (2008), 90% of the work submitted by the Department was judged to be of international standard with 30% assessed as world-leading (4*), 35% as internationally excellent (3*) and 25% as internationally recognised (2*). The Department’s performance, in terms of 4* and 3* results, was ranked 11 equal. Overall, the Department was ranked one of the top three English Departments in London.

We have particular strengths in the following research areas:

• Medieval Studies
• Shakespeare and the Renaissance
• 17th and 18th Century Literature and Culture
• 19th Century Literature
• 20th Century Literature and Theory
• Postcolonialism
• Creative Writing and Practice-based Research

 

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