English Specializing in Irish Literature

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This Masters Degree Programme is based on the research work carried out at DUCIS (Dalarna University Centre for Irish Studies) at Dalarna University. The programme started in 2004 when DUCIS was first established and is run by the English Department. Since then about 50 students have successfully completed the programme, and many of these former students have gone on to do further research in this area or work as teachers of English at universities all over the world.

Why should you take this programme?

* You will develop advanced skills in research methodology thus acquiring an excellent academic basis for further research at doctoral level or work in a wide variety of career choices.
* You will study in an international environment that is stimulating and creative.
* You will be expected to participate actively in seminar discussions and presentations, thus developing excellent oral and written communication skills.
* You will study in close contact with teachers and researchers at DUCIS and work in small seminar groups where everyone has a chance to participate fully.
* You will be encouraged to disseminate your research findings and to participate actively in academic debate by attending conferences and publishing your work.


Who should study English with Specialisation in Irish Literature?

Successful candidates to the programme are those who are interested in becoming part of the international field of Irish Studies, or who have a general interest in literature and culture. The programme is suitable for students with a bachelors degree with a major in English, Comparative Literature, or similar fields. Documented good command of both oral and written English is required. More details regarding prerequisites can be found in the right menu.

The programme is a Masters Programme in English with Specialisation in Irish Literature (60 credits). All courses are taught in English. After passing all courses, including the thesis work, the student is awarded the Degree of Master of Arts in English with Specialisation in Irish Literature (60 credits). The programme comprises 60 credits (1 credit = 1 ECTS) and begins at the end of August, which is the start of the autumn semester.

Programme Structure and Content:
Semester 1 (Autumn) - Late August to Mid-January

* Modernism, Postmodernism and Postcolonialism (EN3038)
* Contemporary Irish Fiction (EN3029) 7.5
* The Body and Desire in Contemporary Irish Poetry (EN3030)
* Scholarly Writing in Literary Theory and Criticism (EN3014)

Semester 2 (Spring) - Late January to Mid-June

* Ireland in Film and Drama (EN3028)
* Advanced Literary Theory (EN3058)
* Degree Thesis with Focus on Irish Literature (EN3053)

* 1 credit = 1 ECTS

* All courses are mandatory.
* 1.5 credits corresponds to one week of full-time studies.
* 60 credits corresponds to one year of full-time studies.
* All courses can be taken as web-based courses and studied at either 100%, 50% or 25% study rate. Note that the degree you will get is called a One-Year Master even if it takes you longer to finish your studies.

Bachelor degree of at least 180 ECTS credits with English (literature) or Literature as major or the equivalent. In addition documented English language proficiency equivalent to English B at Swedish upper secondary school.English Language ProficiencyAll our international programmes and most of our single-subject courses at all levels require English proficiency that corresponds to English B (EnB) at Swedish upper-secondary school.University of Cambridge/Oxford * Certificate in Advanced English * Certificate of Proficiency * Diploma of English StudiesNote: * Applicants from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and the USA do not have to prove their English proficiency. * Applicants from West Africa can demonstrate their proficiency with a "Pass" in English language in WAEC/NECO tests.Applicants are advised to submit certificates and transcripts from upper- secondary school together with the Higher Education document, as they may be relevant upon assessment of English language eligibility. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 575 TOEFL iBT® test: 90

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Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

Dalarna University offers up to 40 scholarships available for successful applicants who are applying from non-EU/EEA countries.
Students from the following countries are not eligible for these scholarships: Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Cambodia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda and Zambia.

Applicants from these countries may apply for Swedish Institute scholarships.

Value of Scholarships

Scholarships are worth between 25% and 50% of the tuition fees for the programme.

Accreditation

Several of our graduates are successfully continuing their education with PhD studies at universities in Ireland, England, Scotland, France, Estonia and Sweden.

Because of the focus on language and presentation, graduates develop excellent skills in both written and oral communication. Good communication skills and analytical thinking are highly transferable skills widely desired by employers in a variety of occupations. Possible career choices for our graduates are as follows:

* education/journalism/public relations
* publishing/creative writing/translation
* research libraries/cultural work
* government and non-government organisations