Associate Professor of English Literature and Creative Writing teaches Literature, Writing, Essays and University Admissions: all levels and abilities from GCSE pupils to mature (retired) writers.

Emily has taught me throughout my undergraduate degree and currently my masters. She uses a mixed teaching style of teacher discussions and student involvement which makes you get involved with learning and understanding the texts. Honestly, I think Emily is an amazing teacher who pushes you as student to achieve the goals you are capable of and beyond. She adjusts the learning environments and her styles so it is easier to understand and makes it enjoyable to learn. I loved learning from her throughout my undergraduate degree and even more so from my maters degree, with engaging lessons and the safe environment where discussion was always supported. Couldn't recommend her enough!

As External Examiner for the MA in Creative Writing run by Dr Critchley, I can testify as to what an extraordinary lecturer, course director and curriculum developer she is. The results she gets from her students are truly admirable as are both the breadth and depth of her knowledge regarding literature.

Emily Critchley also has an international reputation as a writer herself of course. Having both studied and tutored at some of the world’s leading universities, she is well placed to understand what the best institutions are looking for in candidates: a big advantage in this highly competitive era of university admissions, when fees have never been higher. Whatever the level, age, or background of her students, Dr Critchley is committed to making a difference. Her popularity amongst her students is well-earned!

Emily understood my poetic practice really well, and she's been incredibly supportive throughout my university journey.

Emily is incredibly knowledgeable about English literature and poetry - she knows Shakespeare backwards and has a doctorate in modern experimental poetry. She's also a great teacher - really supportive and enthusiastic, and fantastic at explaining complicated subjects clearly