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University of Reading: MA English Literature
| Institution | University of Reading |
|---|---|
| Department | English Literature |
| Web | https://www.reading.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@reading.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0118 378 5289 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Our MA English Literature presents students with an exciting range of topics and periods, from the Renaissance stage to minority literatures in contemporary Britain.
Come to the University of Reading to study a master's in English Literature. We are ranked in the top 150 universities in the world for English Language and Literature in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025.
The University of Reading is 6th in the UK for research outputs in English Language and Literature (Times Higher Education analysis of the latest Research Excellence Framework 2021 – English Language and Literature, when scoring by GPA Output).
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/english-literature-pg/ma-english-literature
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent) Entry requirements: Normally a first class undergraduate honours degree or second class undergraduate honours degree with at least a 2:1 in 50% of your final year modules – or equivalent from a university outside the UK – in an appropriate subject. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Our MA English Literature presents students with an exciting range of topics and periods, from the Renaissance stage to minority literatures in contemporary Britain.
Come to the University of Reading to study a master's in English Literature. We are ranked in the top 150 universities in the world for English Language and Literature in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025.
The University of Reading is 6th in the UK for research outputs in English Language and Literature (Times Higher Education analysis of the latest Research Excellence Framework 2021 – English Language and Literature, when scoring by GPA Output).
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/english-literature-pg/ma-english-literature
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent) Entry requirements: Normally a first class undergraduate honours degree or second class undergraduate honours degree with at least a 2:1 in 50% of your final year modules – or equivalent from a university outside the UK – in an appropriate subject. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 12050 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 26450 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Our MA English Literature presents students with an exciting range of topics and periods, from the Renaissance stage to minority literatures in contemporary Britain.
Come to the University of Reading to study a master's in English Literature. We are ranked in the top 150 universities in the world for English Language and Literature in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.
The University of Reading is 6th in the UK for research outputs in English Language and Literature (Times Higher Education analysis of the latest Research Excellence Framework 2021 – English Language and Literature, when scoring by GPA Output).
For more information, please visit the programme page
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent) Entry requirements: Normally a first class undergraduate honours degree or second class undergraduate honours degree with at least a 2:1 in 50% of your final year modules – or equivalent from a university outside the UK – in an appropriate subject. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
Our MA English Literature presents students with an exciting range of topics and periods, from the Renaissance stage to minority literatures in contemporary Britain.
Come to the University of Reading to study a master's in English Literature. We are ranked in the top 150 universities in the world for English Language and Literature in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.
The University of Reading is 6th in the UK for research outputs in English Language and Literature (Times Higher Education analysis of the latest Research Excellence Framework 2021 – English Language and Literature, when scoring by GPA Output).
For more information, please visit the programme page
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 (or equivalent) Entry requirements: Normally a first class undergraduate honours degree or second class undergraduate honours degree with at least a 2:1 in 50% of your final year modules – or equivalent from a university outside the UK – in an appropriate subject. |
| Location | University of Reading Whiteknights House PO Box 217 Reading RG6 6UR |
Fees
| England | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 11750 GBP for Whole course |
| EU | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 25850 GBP for Whole course |
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