MA Shakespeare and Education

The Shakespeare Studies MA course at the University of Birmingham is a unique program that explores the work of William Shakespeare in a city steeped in his history. Students will immerse themselves in all aspects of Shakespeare's work, from his sonnets to his plays, set against the backdrop of the city of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of the Bard himself. The course brings together academic, theatrical, and historical resources to offer a unique learning environment.Course Content: The program tackles various approaches to Shakespeare's work, including performances, adaptations, and cultural and historical contexts. Students will have the opportunity to study in detail a number of his plays and sonnets and explore vibrant and contentious issues in the field of Shakespeare studies. The course also incorporates a specific focus on Shakespeare and the Renaissance, and Shakespeare's global afterlives.Key Modules: The core module of the course is "Shakespeare's Theatre" wherein students will study a range of plays in depth, considering questions of performance, authorship, dating, and sources. Optional modules may include 'Shakespeare and his World', 'Shakespeare and Society', and 'Shakespeare on Film'. Accreditations: This course is accredited by the University of Birmingham, part of the Russell Group, and ranked in the top 100 universities globally.Future Careers: Graduates from the Shakespeare Studies MA are well-equipped for careers in academia, teaching, performing arts, and creative writing. They are also well prepared for further postgraduate study.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.