MA English Literary Studies

University of York

Study the cultural meanings and associations of the various styles, genres and mediums in which English literature is produced. Explore a range of different critical and theoretical perspectives on advanced literary study on this flexible Masters programme. Choose the modules that interest you the most, and develop an understanding of how English literature engages with a range of political, social and aesthetic issues. Taught and supervised by world-leading scholars, the course will develop your research skills, which you'll apply to a substantial piece of independent research. This will provide you with a foundation for doctoral research, as well as transferable skills for related careers in teaching, publishing, arts management and journalism. ​ You’ll engage with the wider research culture of the Department of English, one of the UK's largest research centres in modern English. There will be a diverse schedule of seminars, conferences and reading groups for you to attend. You’ll also be part of the Humanities Research Centre, a vibrant interdisciplinary hub which will enable you to form close social and intellectual bonds over the course of your study. You will be based in the Department of English and Related Literature on Campus West. Most of your contact hours will be in locations nearby on Campus West. Some of your teaching will take place in King's Manor in the city centre.

English and Related Literature