text: can anybody recommend a good uk university for doing a degree in eng.lit, history or art? im looking at potential universities and colleges at the moment and i'm wondering if anyone can recommend a good one in the uk (preferably england) for studying english lit, history, history of art or fine art?? i'm looking for a good quality university with a good reputation but also a good cultural scene - galleries, exhibitions and live bands, also a good nightlife. any suggestions? i'm particularly interested in going to somewhere around london or one of the other bigger cities. i would recommend london. it is the capital city of england, and it is well known all over the world.  i went to goldsmiths college, university of london. it has a great atmosphere and whole range of arts subjects to choose from. the actual area of the uni is not the most salubrious - but has the advantage of cheaper accommodation. it is about 15 minutes or less by train to london bridge and charing cross. central london)  the are other universities which are in the city and might suit you better if money is not a problem and you like to be close to all the galleries and nightlife.  manchester university also has a good name for english lit. oxford and cambridge are the cream. all university cities are good for cultural and night life - but london gets my vote.  good luck!