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Manchester Metropolitan University: English Studies
Institution | Manchester Metropolitan University View institution profile |
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Department | English |
Web | www.mmu.ac.uk/international |
courses@mmu.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 0161 247 6969 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Delivered in collaboration with leading industry professionals, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a variety of careers in publishing.
You will explore the complex anatomies and eco-systems of the publishing industry and its markets in the UK and internationally, as well as the trends, innovations, opportunities and challenges facing this rapidly changing profession.
Through the duration of the course, you will gain a working knowledge of the business of publishing, examining the structures of a range of organisational models, from major corporate brands to small independent outfits; and you will develop an understanding of the different stages, roles and skills involved in the publishing process, and the different publishing formats and platforms available.
- An exciting masters degree - a highly practical course designed to get you ready for a career in the publishing industry.
- Based in Manchester – a UNESCO City of Literature, with a burgeoning culture of creative industries looking for talented graduates, and an exceptional growth of publishing ventures and opportunities. Manchester is a literary hub, with numerous events and festivals to attend each year. With two of the biggest publishing corporations, Hachette and HarperCollins, running offices here, we believe there has never been a better time to study publishing in Manchester.
- Industry networks – networking is vital to getting you a head start in the publishing industry. All our tutors have extensive experience in the industry and excellent contacts. We have partnerships with many organisations in the book trade including Hachette, HarperCollins and Penguin Random House.
- Creative and academic expertise – this MA combines the talents of one of the UK’s most successful programme of Creative Writing, with the international expertise of the Department of Languages, Information and Communication, to give you the greatest possible range of expertise.
- Interdisciplinary – you will be encouraged to engage with other departments, including the Manchester Writing School, Journalism, Art and Illustration, Education and Linguistics, and guest speakers from a variety of disciplines will offer their advice and expertise. Publishing is truly interdisciplinary and our specialisms reflect that.
- Excellent resources – you will have the opportunity to train in industry standard software such as Adobe Creative and Nielsen BookScan.
- Home to Manchester Poetry Library - Manchester Poetry Library is the North West's first public poetry library and holds over 12,000 books and recordings that can be explored through the online catalogue, in person and through the annual programme of events.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You will normally have at least an upper second class undergraduate UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related humanities subject, including a basic grounding in literature, film or critical theory. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. |
Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
Delivered in collaboration with leading industry professionals, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a variety of careers in publishing.
You will explore the complex anatomies and eco-systems of the publishing industry and its markets in the UK and internationally, as well as the trends, innovations, opportunities and challenges facing this rapidly changing profession.
Through the duration of the course, you will gain a working knowledge of the business of publishing, examining the structures of a range of organisational models, from major corporate brands to small independent outfits; and you will develop an understanding of the different stages, roles and skills involved in the publishing process, and the different publishing formats and platforms available.
- An exciting masters degree - a highly practical course designed to get you ready for a career in the publishing industry.
- Based in Manchester – a UNESCO City of Literature, with a burgeoning culture of creative industries looking for talented graduates, and an exceptional growth of publishing ventures and opportunities. Manchester is a literary hub, with numerous events and festivals to attend each year. With two of the biggest publishing corporations, Hachette and HarperCollins, running offices here, we believe there has never been a better time to study publishing in Manchester.
- Industry networks – networking is vital to getting you a head start in the publishing industry. All our tutors have extensive experience in the industry and excellent contacts. We have partnerships with many organisations in the book trade including Hachette, HarperCollins and Penguin Random House.
- Creative and academic expertise – this MA combines the talents of one of the UK’s most successful programme of Creative Writing, with the international expertise of the Department of Languages, Information and Communication, to give you the greatest possible range of expertise.
- Interdisciplinary – you will be encouraged to engage with other departments, including the Manchester Writing School, Journalism, Art and Illustration, Education and Linguistics, and guest speakers from a variety of disciplines will offer their advice and expertise. Publishing is truly interdisciplinary and our specialisms reflect that.
- Excellent resources – you will have the opportunity to train in industry standard software such as Adobe Creative and Nielsen BookScan.
- Home to Manchester Poetry Library - Manchester Poetry Library is the North West's first public poetry library and holds over 12,000 books and recordings that can be explored through the online catalogue, in person and through the annual programme of events.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | You will normally have at least an upper second class undergraduate UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related humanities subject, including a basic grounding in literature, film or critical theory. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. |
Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
This is a flexible and challenging masters course, delivered by a team of tutors with internationally recognised academic expertise in an array of specialist areas.
MA English Studies allows you to build your own bespoke masters experience, selecting from a range of units to reflect your interests in the further study of English.
Choose to study the course on campus full-time in one year or part-time over two.
Choose to follow a bracketed specialism, or select freely from the full range of options.
You can choose to follow one of our bracketed specialisms: MA English Studies (The Gothic), MA English Studies (Postcolonial Studies), MA English Studies (Nineteenth-Century Studies), MA English Studies (Trauma Studies) or MA English Studies (American Studies).
**Features and Benefits**
- Accessible - An accessible masters degree that is taught in the evening.
- Based in Manchester - A diverse and creative city, that is a designated UNESCO City of Literature (2017)
- Exciting opportunities - Take advantage of the English Department’s involvement with heritage projects, festivals, conferences, libraries, the creative industries and a varied programme of literary/research events.
- Personal learning experience - Taught in small groups, you will benefit from the expertise of research active staff from whom you will learn specialist subject knowledge, professional research skills and conference presentation skills.
- Research quality - We are ranked 8th out of 92 UK universities for our Research Power in English Language and Literature (REF 2021).
- Industry connections - You will benefit from regular seminars by visiting speakers as well as a thriving conference schedule.
- Support for you - A personal tutoring system is in place, ensuring that all students have a tutor with whom they can discuss any aspect of their academic developments.
- Academic expertise - Take advantage of the expertise of a number of research centres within the English department, which directly inform our teaching across the different pathways. This includes; The Manchester Centre for Gothic Studies, Manchester Centre for Nineteenth-Century Studies and Centre for Migration and Postcolonial Studies.
- Home to Manchester Poetry Library - Manchester Poetry Library is the North West's first public poetry library and holds over 10,000 books and recordings that can be explored through the online catalogue, in person and through the annual programme of events.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | You will normally have at least an upper second class undergraduate UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related humanities subject, including a basic grounding in literature, film or critical theory. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. |
Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Summary
This is a flexible and challenging masters course, delivered by a team of tutors with internationally recognised academic expertise in an array of specialist areas.
MA English Studies allows you to build your own bespoke masters experience, selecting from a range of units to reflect your interests in the further study of English.
Choose to study the course on campus full-time in one year or part-time over two.
Choose to follow a bracketed specialism, or select freely from the full range of options.
You can choose to follow one of our bracketed specialisms: MA English Studies (The Gothic), MA English Studies (Postcolonial Studies), MA English Studies (Nineteenth-Century Studies), MA English Studies (Trauma Studies) or MA English Studies (American Studies).
**Features and Benefits**
- Accessible - An accessible masters degree that is taught in the evening.
- Based in Manchester - A diverse and creative city, that is a designated UNESCO City of Literature (2017)
- Exciting opportunities - Take advantage of the English Department’s involvement with heritage projects, festivals, conferences, libraries, the creative industries and a varied programme of literary/research events.
- Personal learning experience - Taught in small groups, you will benefit from the expertise of research active staff from whom you will learn specialist subject knowledge, professional research skills and conference presentation skills.
- Research quality - We are ranked 8th out of 92 UK universities for our Research Power in English Language and Literature (REF 2021).
- Industry connections - You will benefit from regular seminars by visiting speakers as well as a thriving conference schedule.
- Support for you - A personal tutoring system is in place, ensuring that all students have a tutor with whom they can discuss any aspect of their academic developments.
- Academic expertise - Take advantage of the expertise of a number of research centres within the English department, which directly inform our teaching across the different pathways. This includes; The Manchester Centre for Gothic Studies, Manchester Centre for Nineteenth-Century Studies and Centre for Migration and Postcolonial Studies.
- Home to Manchester Poetry Library - Manchester Poetry Library is the North West's first public poetry library and holds over 10,000 books and recordings that can be explored through the online catalogue, in person and through the annual programme of events.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | You will normally have at least an upper second class undergraduate UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related humanities subject, including a basic grounding in literature, film or critical theory. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. |
Location | Main Site Academic Division Oxford Road All Saints Manchester M15 6BH |
Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognised institution that dates back to 1824. Known for the quality of its teaching, it is also ranked as one of the top 60 universities in the UK*.
The University, which is located in the heart of Manchester’s city centre, is home to a diverse community of more than 4,000 international students from over 100 countries. International students are offered comprehensive support throughout their journey at Manchester Met, including advice on employability skills, careers, accommodation, and immigration.
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