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Full time
& Part time
October, January
MA, Research Only
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
31 January 2026
About the course
An MA by Research in English Literature enables you to undertake a substantial independent research project of a publishable standard.
Your project will take one year full-time or two years part-time. It is suitable if you want to undertake a first research degree as an isolated culmination of taught studies, or if you are considering further research in form of a PhD.
You will submit a thesis of up to 40,000 words, demonstrating original research with a significant contribution to the subject area. This is followed by an oral examination of the thesis (a viva voce examination, or viva).
A number of research groups also offer focus and community for staff and postgraduates:
Entry Requirements
MA by Research - You should hold or expect to achieve a minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1), or equivalent, in a related subject or hold relevant work experience.
If English is not your first language you will need an acceptable pass in an approved English Language qualification.
Admissions decisions take into account not only prior academic qualifications, but also factors including the standard of the research synopsis/proposal submitted by the applicant, their performance at interview (if required), intensity of competition for limited places and relevant professional experience (where appropriate).
Fees
Please visit our website for the English Literature research programme fee information.
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