| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The MLitt English Literature program at the University of Glasgow is a 12-month full-time (24-month part-time) program designed for students who want to delve deeper into their interest in English Literature at the postgraduate level. The program offers a rich variety of courses led by internationally renowned experts, allowing you to tailor your studies to your specific interests. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for further academic study, a career in teaching, or a variety of other professional pursuits.
Program Outline
Degree Overview
Overview
The MLitt English Literature program at the University of Glasgow is a 12-month full-time (24-month part-time) program designed for students who want to delve deeper into their interest in English Literature at the postgraduate level. The program offers a rich variety of courses led by internationally renowned experts, allowing you to tailor your studies to your specific interests.
Objectives
The MLitt English Literature program aims to:
- Equip students with advanced skills in literary analysis and interpretation
- Provide a comprehensive understanding of major periods, movements, and authors in English Literature
- Develop students' research skills and critical thinking
- Offer the opportunity for students to explore their own research interests in a supervised setting
- Prepare graduates for further academic study or a professional career in a variety of fields
Program Description
The MLitt English Literature program is comprised of a core research training course, five optional courses, and a dissertation. The core course introduces students to key postgraduate study skills, while the optional courses allow students to select from a wide range of topics across the field of English Literature. Students can also choose to add courses from other areas of the University to create a truly bespoke learning experience. The program culminates in a dissertation project, where students have the opportunity to conduct independent research on a topic of their choice under the guidance of a supervisor. This project allows students to demonstrate their advanced research skills and produce a significant piece of original scholarship. The MLitt English Literature program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in both literary studies and research methods. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for further academic study, a career in teaching, or a variety of other professional pursuits.
Outline
Program Content
The MLitt English Literature program covers a wide range of topics in English Literature, from early modern studies to contemporary literature. Students can choose from a variety of optional courses that best fit their interests. Some examples of course titles offered in recent years include:
- Shakespeare and his Contemporaries
- The Romantic Period
- Victorian Literature
- Modernism
- Postcolonial Literature
- American Literature
- Creative Writing
- Digital Humanities
Program Structure
The MLitt English Literature program is structured as follows:
- Semester 1:
- Core course: English Literature Research Training
- Two optional courses
- Semester 2:
- Three optional courses
- Summer:
- Dissertation The specific courses offered each year may vary.
Individual Modules
English Literature Research Training
This core course is designed to introduce students to key postgraduate study skills, including:
- Critical reading and analysis
- Research methods
- Academic writing
- Presentation skills The course will also provide an overview of the different areas of study within English Literature.
Optional Courses
Students can choose five optional courses from the wide range offered by the School of Critical Studies. Some examples of optional courses include:
- Shakespeare and his Contemporaries: This course examines the works of William Shakespeare and his contemporaries in their historical and cultural context.
- The Romantic Period: This course explores the major writers and works of the Romantic period, including William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Lord Byron.
- Victorian Literature: This course examines the literature of the Victorian era, including the works of Charles Dickens, Charlotte Brontë, and George Eliot.
- Modernism: This course explores the major writers and movements of the modernist period, including James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, and T.S. Eliot.
- Postcolonial Literature: This course examines the literature of countries that were once colonized by European powers, including India, Africa, and the Caribbean.
- American Literature: This course explores the major writers and movements of American literature, from the colonial period to the present day.
- Creative Writing: This course provides students with the opportunity to develop their creative writing skills in fiction, poetry, or drama.
- Digital Humanities: This course introduces students to the use of digital tools and methods in literary studies.
Dissertation
The dissertation is a significant piece of independent research on a topic of the student's choice. Students will be supervised by a member of the academic staff. The dissertation is typically 15,000 words in length and is submitted at the end of the summer term.
Assessment
Assessment Methods
The assessment methods used in the MLitt English Literature program vary depending on the course. Some courses may use a combination of essays, presentations, and exams, while others may use only one method of assessment. The specific assessment methods for each course will be outlined in the course syllabus.
Assessment Criteria
The assessment criteria used in the MLitt English Literature program are based on the learning outcomes for each course. These criteria will be made available to students at the beginning of each course.
Teaching
Teaching Methods
The MLitt English Literature program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and tutorials. The specific teaching methods used in each course will be outlined in the course syllabus.
Faculty
The MLitt English Literature program is taught by a team of internationally renowned experts in English Literature. The faculty includes scholars who specialize in a wide range of areas, including early modern studies, Romantic studies, Victorian studies, American modern literature, and fantasy.
Unique Approaches
The MLitt English Literature program offers several unique approaches to teaching and learning. These include:
- Small class sizes: This allows for close interaction between students and faculty.
- A focus on student-led learning: Students are encouraged to take an active role in their learning.
- The opportunity to study abroad: Students have the opportunity to study for one semester at one of the University's partner institutions in the United States or Canada.
- The use of digital technologies: The program makes use of digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
Careers
Potential Career Paths
The MLitt English Literature program prepares graduates for a wide range of career paths, including:
- Academic research
- Teaching
- Journalism
- Publishing
- Library and information science
- Cultural heritage management
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the MLitt English Literature program have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields. Some examples of recent graduate destinations include:
- Editor at a major publishing house
- Librarian at the British Library
- Curator at a national museum
Career Support
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Other
The MLitt English Literature program also offers several other benefits, including:
- Access to world-class libraries and museums
- The opportunity to participate in a vibrant research culture
MLitt UK Full-time fee: £10650 Part-time fee: £1184 per 20 credits International & EU Full-time fee: £24000
