English Literature MA

at University of Leeds

You’ll study compulsory modules designed to give you a solid base of theoretical knowledge and high level research skills.
 

You’ll also choose from a range of optional modules, giving you the ability to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career ambitions.
 

As you progress through your studies, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in an independent research project on a topic of your choice.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Research Project    

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in English literature, or a degree scheme that includes a significant proportion of English Literature content, or a related subject. This may include English, English Language, English Language and Literature, Chinese Language and Literature and variations of English degree schemes. Translation may also be considered. Applications from those with degrees in other subjects may be considered on an individual basis, along with a sample of recently written work.

English language requirements

IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in all components. 

Fees

• UK: £9,750 (total)
• International: £20,750 (total)
   

This degree will allow you to develop subject knowledge in a challenging and dynamic subject while building skills that are highly prized by employers.
 

You’ll be a confident researcher who works well independently, but you’ll also be an excellent communicator and comfortable in a team. You’ll have good analytical and critical skills, as well as having the ability to use different approaches to think about a situation from several different viewpoints.
 

All of these qualities are attractive to employers across sectors, and you’ll be well equipped to pursue a career in a wide range of fields depending on your interests. These could include teaching, journalism, publishing, advertising, broadcasting and law. Many of our graduates also progress to PhD-level study and you’ll be in a good position to develop a career in academia.