Comparative Literary Studies: Modern Literature

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A core course enables you to study the most advanced theorists of and questions surrounding both the `new´ cultural theory of Deleuze, Negri and Agamben as well as classical British cultural studies of the tradition established by Stuart Hall. Your other core courses extend this groundwork by familiarising you further with both critical theory and methods of cultural analysis. In addition you take a range of options that introduce a material focus to complement the theory you have covered - for example, in digital and genetic media, in urban space, in the creative industries, in art and the visual culture of everyday life. You write a dissertation that consolidates this learning and prepares you for further study or engagement in the culture of today´s global capitalism.

You should have a degree of at least UK upper second class (or equivalent) in a related subject. If your first language is not English, you normally need a minimum score of 7.0 in IELTS, or equivalent. English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B)