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University of Plymouth: English Literature
| Institution | University of Plymouth View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Society and Culture |
| Web | https://www.plymouth.ac.uk |
| admissions@plymouth.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 1752 585858 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Explore the ever-evolving world of literature and culture through an exciting array of thematic modules, spanning a broad range of periods from the early modern to the present. You benefit from staff expertise in the field, and their connections with wider research communities. Gain a deep understanding of literary studies and acquire advanced research skills applicable throughout your studies and beyond.
This course is also available to study part-time.
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Develop your research interests in literature and culture under the guidance of our internationally recognised academic staff. Our department was first in the South West, and in the top quartile of English departments in the UK, for its 4/3-star research outputs and impact in the Research Excellence Framework 2021, signifying 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' work. Find out more about our research.
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Select from an exciting suite of modules, each with a cutting-edge thematic focus and a broad chronological time span.
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Benefit from a rich cultural environment with The Arts Institute events and local arts organisations, such as Theatre Royal Plymouth and The Box, Plymouth's new museum, gallery and archive.
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Small class sizes provide invaluable face-to-face contact with your tutors.
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The University library offers a vast range of electronic and print materials, and a rare books collection.
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Choose from modules closely integrated with staff research interests, while being able to pursue your own ideas.
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Build your experience: get involved in curating exhibitions and organising conferences.
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Engage with unique local resources such as the nationally designated 18th-century Cottonian Collection.
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Tailor your time at university to meet your needs by fitting your study around work and personal commitments. Our part-time route allows you to study over two years, giving you the flexibility to study at a pace which suits you.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A 2:1 degree with honours (in a humanities subject or related field) or professional qualification, recognised as being equivalent to degree standard * An ordinary degree, foundation degree, higher national diploma, or university diploma, accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 degree with honours (in a humanities subject or related field) or professional qualification, recognised as being equivalent to degree standard * An ordinary degree, foundation degree, higher national diploma, or university diploma, accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A first or upper second (2:1) degree with honours (in a humanities subject or related field) or professional qualification, recognised as being equivalent to degree standard * An ordinary degree, foundation degree, higher national diploma, or university diploma, accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A first or upper second (2:1) degree with honours (in a humanities subject or related field) or professional qualification, recognised as being equivalent to degree standard * An ordinary degree, foundation degree, higher national diploma, or university diploma, accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field. |
| Location | Main Site Drake Circus Plymouth PL4 8AA |
About us
At the University of Plymouth, we are proud to be a top 3 modern UK university (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2023) and are internationally renowned for high-quality research and teaching. We have also recently been awarded gold ratings across the board in the latest round of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023). At the University of Plymouth, you will be studying alongside a community of people who believe deeply in the power of education to create positive change in society.
Our collective ethos is to use our knowledge for action – to apply real change, …
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