Reading suggestions

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We know that many of you might like to do some reading before you arrive to help you feel prepared, so we have put together a list of suggestions. Reading will also help you get a feel for which areas of English interest you the most.

Whether you've already applied to study one of our courses in the School of English or you're thinking about doing so, these reading lists will get you started when it comes to thinking about and studying English. 

English Literature reading suggestions

English Language and Literature reading suggestions

English Language and Linguistics reading suggestions

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