MA in English Literature
With pathways in:
- Advanced Studies in English Literature (Open Pathway)
- Editorial and Intertextual Studies
- Medieval Literature and its Afterlife
- Medieval and Renaissance Studies
- Shakespeare, Theatre and Theory
- 19C Studies
- 20C Studies
- Literature, Theory and Culture
The taught MA in English Literature at Cardiff offers a stimulating programme of research-led modules. A wide range of complementary options and pathways enables you to put together the MA that best suits your personal and professional interests, with an emphasis on the close reading of texts, cultural history, scholarship and critical theory. The programme offers opportunities to gain both generic and subject-specific skills in preparation for careers in teaching, publishing, administration and the wider public and private sectors. The course has a strong track record and welcomes applications from students looking to be part of Cardiff English. The MA in English Literature also provides an ideal basis for students wishing to undertake research leading to the degree of PhD. Alternatively, in certain cases PhD students attend the first two terms of the MA course, and submit the assessed essays, before proceeding to full-time work on the thesis.
Students take two modules per term, each assessed by a 4,000 word essay. After Easter they write a 16-20,000 word supervised dissertation. All modules are open to all students.
Entry Requirements
Normally a first degree in English Literature (single or joint honours) of at least 2(i) standard, but applicants with other relevant qualifications will be considered.
How to Apply
You may apply online or send us a paper application form (also available from the 'Apply' section of Cardiff University's website). Applications are considered on a continuous basis throughout the year.
The School welcomes applications from students from outside the United Kingdom. More information is provided on our International Students page.
Funding
There is AHRC funding available for this subject area for the academic year 2012/13. If you wish to apply for an AHRC award you must first apply for and be accepted onto an MA or PhD programme within the School by Friday 24 February 2012.
For further information about the AHRC and the competition deadlines please go to
http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/encap/funding/postgraduate.html
Assessment
Assessment is by a portfolio of four essays of 4000 words each, one from each of your assessed courses, and a dissertation of 16-20,000 words.
Length of Course
Each MA programme is one year full-time, with entry every September.
Teaching
All teaching is by seminars which are based on student participation and presentations. Each course (except Research Methods and Training) consists of a two-hour seminar for ten weeks. Preparation of an essay of up to 3000 words is an essential part of each assessed course.
Research Methods and Training
This is a course common to all pathways. Its purpose is to enhance your postgraduate research skills and to help prepare for the dissertations stage. It consists of ten hours teaching in the Autumn Semester, and theses disussions in the Spring semester.
The School welcomes applications from students from outside the United Kingdom. More information is provided on our International Students page.
The School also offers opportunities for full-time and part-time study leading to the degrees of PhD and MPhil. Please see our Postgraduate Research section for further information.
More details about this course can be found on the Coursefinder.
Course Guide