English Literary Studies MA

University of Exeter English and Creative Writing

Full time & Part time September MA 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.

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About the course

Overview

Opportunity to develop specialist research interests via nine flexible ‘pathways’
Develop an enhanced understanding of literature and media in their historical and cultural contexts, and foster your communication and analytical skills
Ideal for students wishing to extend and enhance their studies before starting their career and work with the department’s internationally recognised Research Centres and Groups
Specifically designed for those seeking high level training prior to embarking on doctoral research
Excellent facilities on campus include our Special Collections featuring the papers of internationally important writers, The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum which is a unique film and popular culture resource and our Digital Humanities Lab. Exeter has also recently been awarded UNESCO City of Literature status

Learning and teaching

We believe in collaborative, small group learning and teaching for your modules will be delivered through seminar groups. Each module has one two-hour seminar per week, with independent work set that involves intensive, self-motivated research and writing.

Entry Requirements

We are looking for graduates with a 2:1 or above in their first degree in a relevant subject area. While we normally only accept applicants who meet this criteria, if you have a high 2:2 or equivalent, are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.

Applicants are also required to meet our English language requirements. Please see our website for details.

Fees

For current programme fees please see our website.

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