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University of Exeter: World Literatures
| Institution | University of Exeter View institution profile |
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| Department | English and Creative Writing |
| Web | https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
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Specialise in World Literatures whilst also deepening your knowledge across a varied choice of optional modules.
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Develop an enhanced understanding of literature and media in their historical and cultural contexts and foster your communication and analytical skills.
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You will join a vibrant postgraduate and research community and be taught by world-renowned academics actively involved in a variety of research areas.
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Exeter is an UNESCO City of Literature, and you will have access to our outstanding Special Collections: the richest collection of twentieth-century literary papers by writers associated with the southwest of England in any university library, including: Agatha Christie, Daphne Du Maurier, John Betjeman and William Golding.
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in their first degree in English Literature, American Studies, Creative Writing, Film Studies, Television and Media, Drama, History, Classics and Ancient History, Cultural Studies and Postcolonial Literatures. While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. Applicants coming from a non-related background will be asked to provide a sample of written work (2,000 words) to enable their suitability for the programme to be assessed. This is not mandatory for your initial application, but you are welcome to include a writing sample if you wish. Please also include in your personal statement why you want to study the MA and why you believe you’re a good fit for the course. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in their first degree in English Literature, American Studies, Creative Writing, Film Studies, Television and Media, Drama, History, Classics and Ancient History, Cultural Studies and Postcolonial Literatures. While we normally only consider applicants who meet this criteria, if you are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application. Applicants coming from a non-related background will be asked to provide a sample of written work (2,000 words) to enable their suitability for the programme to be assessed. This is not mandatory for your initial application, but you are welcome to include a writing sample if you wish. Please also include in your personal statement why you want to study the MA and why you believe you’re a good fit for the course. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
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