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Masters Degrees in English Literature & Language
We have 448 Masters Degrees in English Literature & Language
Masters degrees in English Literature & Language give students the chance to explore and analyse literature written in English, as well as the history, grammar and pronunciation of the English language. English Literature & Language is an ideal field for students who enjoy reading, analyzing, and interpreting texts. It's a subject that explores the intricacies of language, literature, and culture, and is particularly suited to those who want to develop critical thinking and communication skills. These Masters typically focus on aspects of English within a particular context, such as Mediaeval & Early Modern Literature. However, some programmes do take a broader, more holistic approach to the subject, allowing you to make connections between difference branches of the discipline. Related subject areas include Film Studies, Linguistics and American Literature.
Why study a Masters in English Literature & Language?
## English Literature & Language programmes aren’t just an opportunity to write about your favourite author; they’re also some of the most diverse and versatile courses around, affording you a great deal of freedom to carve your own niche in a specific area of English literature or language. Career prospects reflect this variety, and you can find English Literature & Language postgraduates in many different disciplines and sectors. Their research, analytical and written skills are particularly valued in jobs in journalism, publishing, academia and advertising. Furthermore, studying English Literature & Language at the Masters level can offer a deep and enriching intellectual experience. It allows you to engage with literature and language in a way that goes beyond the surface level, exploring the complexities and nuances of the written word. This can not only enhance your understanding and appreciation of literature, but also enrich your personal and professional life.Refine your search
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English Studies - MA
University of Helsinki
International Masters Degree Programmes
The Master’s Programme in English Studies helps you develop your expertise in areas that are often separated in other programmes: English language and linguistics… Read more
Comparative Literature - MLitt
University of Glasgow
College of Arts
This Masters offers interdisciplinary study across linguistic cultures as well as academic fields. Read more
Early Modern English Literature: Books That Matter MA
King’s College London
Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Taught in collaboration with the British Library, explore early modern literary texts through critical lenses such as race, ethnicity, gender, class, sexuality… Read more
Modern Literature & Culture MA
King’s College London
Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Encounter a broad range of nineteenth and twentieth-century literature and culture from Britain, North America and the English-speaking world. Read more
Shakespeare Studies MA
King’s College London
Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Taught jointly between King’s and Shakespeare’s Globe, our unique MA course offers you the opportunity to study the theatrical world of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. Read more
English Literature - MLitt
University of Glasgow
College of Arts
This programme gives you the chance to pursue your own interests in English Literature at postgraduate level by selecting from a rich variety of courses led by internationally renowned experts. Read more
Translation Studies - MA
University of Sussex
School of Media, Arts and Humanities
Today’s multicultural and multilingual world needs clear communication between languages and cultures. In business, education, politics and entertainment, translation allows us to reach – and connect with – a wide range of audiences. Read more
Creative Writing - MLitt
University of Glasgow
College of Arts
The Creative Writing programme at Glasgow has gained an excellent reputation amongst writers, agents and publishers. It is perfect for talented and aspiring writers who want to develop their craft, take risks in their work, and gain creative and critical skills; all as part of a supportive community of fellow writers. Read more
Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching MA
King’s College London
Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy
The Applied Linguistics & English Language Teaching MA is a Master's programme devised specifically for experienced language teachers (with a minimum of three years full-time teaching experience) who wish to engage with current research and theory in language education and linguistics from the perspective of pedagogy, policy and practice in the ELT profession and beyond. Read more
English Studies – MA
University of Sunderland
Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries
MA English Studies combines the study of literatures, linguistics, critical theory and creative writing. Studying English at postgraduate level will allow you to immerse yourself in literature from 1660 to the present day, while also studying linguistic theory and developing your own writing abilities. Read more
Children's Literature - MA/PgDip (Distance Learning)
University of Roehampton
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
This unique course allows you to study children's literature in a flexible, part-time format from wherever you are in the world. You will explore the exciting and varied world of children's literature, and examine how texts aimed at young people convey and challenge ideas about childhood. Read more
English Language and Literature (MLitt)
Aberdeen University
Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture
Delve into the world of English Language and Literature and uncover a variety of historical and contemporary texts. Read more
English and Education
Malmö University
Masters Programmes
This Master’s programme focuses on English language education. With the guidance of our expert faculty, you will study methods of English language teaching, the integration of technology in the classroom, educational theory, and research in second language acquisition. Read more
English Literature MA
University of Liverpool
Department of English
Studying for an English Literature MA at Liverpool allows you to advance your literary scholarship and pursue areas of interest across a wide variety of genres and historical periods. Read more
English Literature and Language MPhil/PhD
University of Worcester
School of Humanities
The University of Worcester welcomes applications to undertake research towards MPhil and PhD degrees in English Literature and Language. Read more
