StudyQA — Master: English Literature — National University of Singapore

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The Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at the National University of Singapore offers students a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the rich and diverse world of English literary traditions. This program is designed to cultivate critical thinking, analytical skills, and a profound appreciation for literature from different periods, genres, and cultural contexts. Throughout the course of study, students will engage with classic and contemporary works, ranging from medieval texts to modern writings, gaining insights into the historical, social, and philosophical themes that shape literature and human experiences. The curriculum emphasizes close reading, textual analysis, and theoretical approaches, enabling students to develop nuanced interpretations of literary texts. Additionally, the program encourages interdisciplinary approaches, integrating perspectives from history, philosophy, cultural studies, and linguistics, to foster a well-rounded understanding of literature’s role in society. Faculty members are renowned scholars committed to mentoring students and supporting innovative research projects. The program offers opportunities for internships, study abroad experiences, and participation in literary festivals and events, providing practical exposure to the literary world. Graduates of this degree are well-prepared for careers in education, publishing, journalism, media, arts management, and further academic pursuits. The Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at NUS emphasizes not only the appreciation of literary art but also the development of communication skills, cultural awareness, and intellectual curiosity, making it an ideal choice for students passionate about exploring the depths of English literary heritage and its relevance in today’s globalized society.

To qualify for the degree of Master of Arts in Language Studies (Research), candidates will be required to:

Successfully complete four modules, three of which must be at level 5000 or 6000;
Obtain a minimum Cumulative Average Point (CAP) of 3.00 for all examinable modules;
Successfully complete a dissertation of not more than 30,000 words.

Modules offered in Semester 1

EN5244 Shakespeare and Literary Theory
EN5252 Movies, Spectatorship and Subjectivity
EN5660 Independent Study
EN5880A Literature and the Environment
EN6660 Independent Study
EN6770 Graduate Research Seminar

Modules offered in Semester 2

EN5241 Literature and New Worlds: 1590-1750
EN5242 Women Novelists
EN5247 Victorian Literature: History, Politics, Culture
EN5253 Writing in the Aftermath
EN5660 Independent Study
EN5883 Screen Culture in Southeast Asia
EN6102 Advanced Critical Reading
EN6660 Independent Study

Admission Requirements

The department requires:

Normally an NUS Honours degree (Second Class and above) or equivalent (e.g., a four-year Bachelors degree with at least an average grade of B) in a relevant discipline; or
In exceptional circumstances and case by case, a Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline with at least two years of relevant work experience, subject to approval by the Board of Graduate Studies; and
TOEFL (85 for the internet test or 580 for the paper test or 237 for the computer test) or IELTS,(6.0) for students who have not studied in a university where the medium of instruction is English.

NUS Tuition Fee Allowance

The NUS Tuition Fee Allowance ("Allowance") is awarded to outstanding graduate students for research leading to a higher degree at the University. The Allowance does not consist of a monthly stipend.

Eligibility

The Allowance is open to candidates who meet the following criteria:

have graduated with an undergraduate degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper division) / Honours (Distinction) or equivalent;
have been offered admission to / or already admitted to a full-time higher degree by research at NUS and;
must be eligible for MOE Subsidy.

Award Details

Tuition fee at the University (i.e. NUS will pay the prevailing applicable tuition fees for the recipient).

Award Period

The Allowance is tenable for an initial 1 year in the first instance, and thereafter may, subject to the recipient’s satisfactory progress, be renewed each semester at the University’s discretion, The maximum period of the Allowance is 1-2 years for Masters candidates; and 3-4 years for PhD candidates, as determined by the University.

Application Procedure

Incoming graduate students should indicate their interest in the Allowance in their application for admission.

The Ngee Ann Kongsi Post-Graduate Scholarships in Social Sciences

The Ngee Ann Kongsi is offering up to 12 Post-Graduate Scholarships in Social Sciences annually to attract more Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents to join the fields of counselling, gerontology, psychology, social work, para-medical work etc. You must be enrolled or have received an offer of admission to a Masters by coursework, Masters by research or Graduate Diploma programme at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Both full-time and part-time students are eligible to apply.

Tuition Grant

The substantial tuition subsidy from the Government of Singapore comes in the form of a tuition grant which is administered by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and offered to all admitted students. Students who apply and are approved for the tuition grants need only pay subsidised fees. While the tuition grant is not repayable, and Singapore citizens in receipt of it will not be required to undertake a service bond, the following accountability measures will apply:

All Singapore Permanent Residents and international students (except those already in receipt of a service bond from the PSC or the Ministry of Health) will be required to undertake a service bond under the terms of the tuition grant to work for a Singapore-registered company for three years upon completion of their degrees so as to discharge some of their obligations to the Singapore public for the high subsidy to their university education.

General Criteria for Non-Graduating (Exchange/Non-Exchange) Students

You must be a current student registered at another University and have completed at least two semesters (one full year) of college/university level and must continue to assume this status throughout your intended duration of study at NUS under the non-graduating programme.

As English is the main language of instruction at the University (except for Asian/European studies where a good command of the respective Asian/European language is a pre-requisite), you must be proficient in the English language in order to benefit from your studies at NUS.

To come here as an Exchange student, you must be currently enrolled at one of our exchange partner universities and be nominated by your home university. Please contact the relevant office at your university which is responsible for student exchange programmes, or ourInternational Relations Office, to determine your eligibility.

If your home university does not have a formal exchange agreement with NUS or if you have not been selected by your home university to study abroad under an exchange agreement, you may apply as a fee paying Non-Exchange student. Non-Exchange students follow the same programme of study as incoming exchange students, except that they do not enjoy tuition fee waiver.