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English Literature MA

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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1 yearDuration
£11,250Per Year (Intl)
£5,625Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA English Literature MA at University of Birmingham is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Deepen your love of literature and learn how to analyse a range of texts with our English Literature MA. Explore a range of literary periods or specialise on one of our pathways. You'll turn your passion for reading into transferable critical thinking skills. On the MA you'll conduct rigorous research and analyse literature, developing your own interpretations - perfect for preparing for a PhD or a wide range of careers. International tuition fees are £11,250 per year, home/UK fees are £5,625 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Literary Theory and Critical Practice
Research Methods in Literary Studies
Medieval Literature and Culture
Long Nineteenth-Century Literature
Modern and Contemporary Literature
Popular Literature and Cultural Analysis
Dissertation in English Literature
Comparative Literary Movements and Intellectual History
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic76

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£11,250

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£11,250

Home Student Fee

£5,625

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers English Literature MA as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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