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University of Birmingham - College of Arts and Law MA in English Literature
University of Birmingham - College of Arts and Law

MA in English Literature

Birmingham, United Kingdom

1 up to 2 Years

English

Full time, Part time

29 Aug 2025*

Sep 2025

GBP 10,900 / per year **

On-Campus

* for UK students | 12 May 2025 for international students

** £10,900: full time | £5,450: part time

Introduction

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.

Our English Literature MA explores many literary and cultural texts across key literary periods.

You can focus in-depth on the area of English Literature you're passionate about with our pathway options. You'll discover new ways to approach literature by considering different theories, methods and the key intellectual debates surrounding literary movements.

  • Live in a city that shares your love of literature - contribute to our student newspaper, enjoy talks from high profile authors like Michael Rosen, and attend city-wide literary festivals.
  • Join postgraduate-run literary reading groups or attend talks and conferences led by academic staff in the department.
  • The University of Birmingham is ranked in the top 30 for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings 2024).
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