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About the course
This programme offers an unrivalled opportunity to study Shakespeare in the heart of his hometown, Stratford-upon-Avon.
Entry Requirements
Our usual entry requirement for this programme is a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in English or a related subject.
Please note that all applications are treated on their merits, and we will review your references, personal statement and past experience alongside your qualifications when considering your application.
In addition to the usual supporting documents, when you apply for this course we ask you to submit an example of your written work; this will preferably be an essay on Shakespeare, of about 2,000 words.
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Life at the Shakespeare Institute
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Student Profile(s)
Sara Marie Westh
Sara Marie has been a passionate Shakespearean since before she first entered the University of Copenhagen in 2005. Kind professors pointed her toward the Shakespeare Institute after the completion of her cand.mag. She is now in her second year of doctoral studies at the Institute.
She is also a postgraduate mentor, you can contact her online with questions or read further about her experience at the University of Birmingham on her mentor page: http://www.pg.bham.ac.uk/mentor/sara-marie-westh/
Ella May McGrail
Why did you choose Shakespeare at the University of Birmingham?
“Studying Shakespeare in the centre of Stratford-Upon-Avon has been incredible. Being just a short walk away from the RSC theatres and Shakespeare’s Birthplace has really enhanced my studying. I chose the course because of the amazing links UoB has with The RSC. Knowing that on this course I would have the opportunity to be involved with two projects at The RSC theatres made it a very easy decision and I did not apply for anywhere else.”
What is life like as a student at the Shakespeare Institute?
“Student life at the Shakespeare Institute is wonderful. The staff are all extremely talented, knowledgeable and at the same time, friendly and supportive. Being in the centre of Stratford-Upon-Avon really enhances student life as there are often discounted tickets available to students for the RSC, and there are amazing events and lectures being held at the Institute and at the Birthplace Trust, just up the road. One of the most fantastic events I have been to, was when the outstanding actress Harriet Walter came to visit the Birthplace Trust to talk about her book Brutus and Other Heroines. Her lecture was magnificent, and afterwards she answered all of our questions and signed copies of her book. It was an evening I shall never forget.”
Scholarships
The College of Arts and Law is pleased to offer a number of Home fees-only scholarships for candidates wishing to study full- and part-time masters-level courses from September 2022.
Applications are welcome from UK, EU and Overseas students wishing to study any discipline within the College's five schools:
English, Drama and Creative Studies
History and Cultures
Languages, Cultures, Art History and Music
Law
Philosophy, Theology and Religion
These awards cover one year's tuition fees at UK rates for full-time applicants, or two years part-time.
Value of Scholarship(s)
Variable
Eligibility
These awards are open to UK, EU and Overseas students, studying full-time or part-time campus-based masters-level programmes in the College of Arts and Law.
They are available to students who commence their study at the start of the 2022 academic year. These awards are not available to current Masters students.
International students are eligible to apply, and will receive a reduction in tuition fees equivalent to the Home rate if successful.
Applications for funding can only be considered alongside an application to study.
Application Procedure
In order to apply, you must have completed an application to study. You will then need to complete our online funding application form. Your application must also be supported by two references.
For detailed advice and to complete the online funding application and funding reference forms, please visit our College of Arts and Law scholarships how to apply page: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/calgs/scholarships/cal-masters-scholarships-howtoapply.aspx
The deadline for applying is Monday 21 March 2022 at 4pm.
By applying, you will be automatically considered for relevant College of Arts and Law scholarships. Only complete applications submitted before the deadline will be considered.
