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The MA in Modern Literature combines an intensive introduction to twentieth century and contemporary literature with detailed examination of individual writers, texts and issues in literary studies. Students can expect to develop a broad knowledge of modern literature and critical theory, a command of methodologies for understanding and analysing texts and ideas, and the skills of independent scholarly enquiry, information retrieval and presentation. The course is suited equally to those preparing for MPhil and PhD work and those who wish to pursue careers in other areas.

Students have the opportunity to graduate with an MA in Modern Literature and Creative Writing. To do this, you will take one or both of the creative Option Modules (Writing Fiction, and Poetry Writing and Contemporary Poetry) and then the Creative Dissertation (see below for details of all three of these modules). This innovation is particularly intended for students who may have little experience in Creative Writing but are keen to try it; having tried it in one or both of the creative Option Modules, you will then be able in your dissertation either to take it further in an extended creative piece of work or to return to academic scholarship and criticism.

MA in Modern Literature

Semester One

Bibliography, Research Methods and Writing Skills for Postgraduates (core)
Modern Literature and Literary Theory I (core)

Option Module One:

Literature and Exile: American Writers in Paris
Poetry Writing and Contemporary Poetry

Semester Two

Modern Literature and Literary Theory II(core)
Critical Dissertation (core)

Option Module Two:

Literature and Gender: Deviant Bodies and Dissident Desires
Writing Fiction

MA Modern Literature and Creative Writing

Semester One

Bibliography, Research Methods and Writing Skills for Postgraduates(core)
Modern Literature and Literary Theory I(core)
Poetry Writing and Contemporary Poetry (Option Module)

Semester Two

Modern Literature and Literary Theory II (core)
Creative Dissertation (core)
Writing Fiction (Option Module)

Normally we would expect you to have an upper second class (2.1) Honours BA degree in English language or literature, or its equivalent.You will be asked to provide a personal statement as part of your application; please note that this should be of up to 500 words and should include an explanation of why you have chosen a particular course.You will usually also be asked to submit one or more samples of your critical writing - ideally, essays or papers that you have submitted as part of your earlier degree course.We would advise you to apply by mid-summer at the latest for entry onto the MA course in September/October.English language requirementsIf English is not your first language, you will be asked to provide evidence of a recent English language qualification. We usually require an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or above; we will also accept TOEFL at 575/90 or above. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 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) TOEFL paper-based test score : 575 TOEFL iBT® test: 90 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.