Critical Theory

Course Overview

The MA Critical Theory at King's College London, University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Overview Study critical theory on our unique interdisciplinary course focused on the history, study and applications of critical methodologies across the humanities. Explore some of the major modern schools of thought and contemporary theories and practices of critique and interpretation as they have developed from a basis in Marxist thought and Continental Philosophy through to applications in relation to biopolitics, race, technology and sexuality. Follow your own interests from a wide range of optional modules across the humanities and social sciences, all of which draw on the varied... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a 100% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

Home fee status: 25 August 2026 (23:59 UK time) If the programme becomes full before the final application deadlines stated above, we will close the programme to further applications.Please note, you will not be eligible for an application fee refund if we are unable to process further offers because places are filled and we close the course before the final application deadline. This course information applied to 2026 entry only. The University may make changes to a programme of study or module

Graduate Outcomes

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