This exciting degree programme will introduce you to literature in English from across the globe reaching back from the present day to the medieval. Alongside the study of literature you will have the chance to design and set-up a community engaged project and use this to examine the role of literature and reading in contemporary society.

The degree is taught one evening class a week over six years with the occasional Saturday school. You will have access to seminars, lectures, tutorials plus individual mentoring to support you in setting up a community engaged project. 

Applications open soon. Fill in an expression of interest form to get on our mailing list and receive a notification when applications open. 

Any questions? Email course directors Dr. Marie-Annick Gournet and Helen Thomas-Hughes:  elce-ptp-director@bristol.ac.uk

Course structure

Find out more about the course structure and units available for English Literature and Community Engagement. We also have some new and exciting units for the coming academic year on ELCE - watch this space!

Applying for the course and further information

Applications open soon for 2021-22. 

Deadline for ELCE application submission will be announced soon.

Admission to ELCE is via an interview with the course directors. Interviews will be held by skype or phone. The directors will contact applicants to arrange an interview date.