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University of Sussex: English: Literature, Culture and Theory
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | English |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
| englishpg@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 678468 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Combine specialist study, theoretical inquiry and interdisciplinary investigations to explore literature, culture and history.
On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue innovative work as you shape your course to your particular interests. This can include a focus on a specific period or concept, or engaging with ideas across a wide historical range.
Our faculty research expertise spans the medieval to the modern and contemporary periods.The diverse research interests in the Department of English mean that you’ve got expert support in the topics you choose to focus on. Our particular strengths lie in:
- querying the materiality and the body
- ecology and political economy
- philosophical approaches to literature
- decolonisation and radical politics
- novel theory
- poetics and experimental writing.
You’ll learn about the theoretical ideas and conceptual methods that underpin research in literature. When you graduate, you’ll have the skills necessary for further study inside and outside academia.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should normally be in a subject relevant to your chosen Masters course. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Combine specialist study, theoretical inquiry and interdisciplinary investigations to explore literature, culture and history.
On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue innovative work as you shape your course to your particular interests. This can include a focus on a specific period or concept, or engaging with ideas across a wide historical range.
Our faculty research expertise spans the medieval to the modern and contemporary periods.The diverse research interests in the Department of English mean that you’ve got expert support in the topics you choose to focus on. Our particular strengths lie in:
- querying the materiality and the body
- ecology and political economy
- philosophical approaches to literature
- decolonisation and radical politics
- novel theory
- poetics and experimental writing.
You’ll learn about the theoretical ideas and conceptual methods that underpin research in literature. When you graduate, you’ll have the skills necessary for further study inside and outside academia.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should normally be in a subject relevant to your chosen Masters course. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Combine specialist study, theoretical inquiry and interdisciplinary investigations to explore literature, culture and history.
On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue innovative work as you shape your course to your particular interests. This can include a focus on a specific period or concept, or engaging with ideas across a wide historical range.
Our faculty research expertise spans the medieval to the modern and contemporary periods.The diverse research interests in the Department of English mean that you’ve got expert support in the topics you choose to focus on. Our particular strengths lie in:
- querying the materiality and the body
- ecology and political economy
- philosophical approaches to literature
- decolonisation and radical politics
- novel theory
- poetics and experimental writing.
You’ll learn about the theoretical ideas and conceptual methods that underpin research in literature. When you graduate, you’ll have the skills necessary for further study inside and outside academia.
**Core modules**
Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.
Interpretation, Theory, and Research Methods in Literary Study
Dissertation (English: Literature, Culture and Theory)
**Options**
Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests.
**Careers**
Our graduates are well prepared for work in:
teaching and education
publishing
website production and marketing
journalism and writing
the charity sector
NGOs
academia.
**Entry requirements**
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should normally be in a subject relevant to your chosen Masters course. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
Combine specialist study, theoretical inquiry and interdisciplinary investigations to explore literature, culture and history.
On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue innovative work as you shape your course to your particular interests. This can include a focus on a specific period or concept, or engaging with ideas across a wide historical range.
Our faculty research expertise spans the medieval to the modern and contemporary periods.The diverse research interests in the Department of English mean that you’ve got expert support in the topics you choose to focus on. Our particular strengths lie in:
- querying the materiality and the body
- ecology and political economy
- philosophical approaches to literature
- decolonisation and radical politics
- novel theory
- poetics and experimental writing.
You’ll learn about the theoretical ideas and conceptual methods that underpin research in literature. When you graduate, you’ll have the skills necessary for further study inside and outside academia.
**Core modules**
Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.
Interpretation, Theory, and Research Methods in Literary Study
Dissertation (English: Literature, Culture and Theory)
**Options**
Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests.
**Careers**
Our graduates are well prepared for work in:
teaching and education
publishing
website production and marketing
journalism and writing
the charity sector
NGOs
academia.
**Entry requirements**
You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should normally be in a subject relevant to your chosen Masters course. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. For more information about our entry requirements and English language requirements, please visit our website. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
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