Program focus is on understanding how literature works across national boundaries and how different works of literature interact. Program have an excellent reputation for challenging, innovative, forward-thinking teaching and research in literature and creative writing. University English courses are ranked in the top 10 for creative writing in the Complete University Guide 2019 and top 10 in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019.

University does not accept the Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education. However, if you do not meet the direct entry requirements for a course, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year programme at the University of Surrey International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at the University of Surrey. English language requirements.