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English Literary Studies (Twentieth Century and Contemporary) (MA)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Avenue Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Explore 20th century and contemporary English literature with a master’s degree at the University of Southampton. Our course gives you the chance to specialise in contemporary culture and history, covering topics such as science and climate change, politics and globalisation, the relationship between literary and visual cultures, sexuality, gender, race and disability. On completion of the course, you’ll be ready for a career in teaching, publishing, librarianship or cultural heritage.

You’ll get the chance to carry out advanced-level research and independent critical thinking, and to make effective use of archives, manuscripts, and research libraries. This pathway is linked to the Southampton Centre for Modern and Contemporary Writing. This group brings together academics, writers and research students with interests in the relations between writing and contemporary culture. The centre also hosts events including guest lectures, seminars and research study days.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

We'll assess your knowledge through: essays, projects and 15,000 word thesis.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,400per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, England

Southampton is proud of its inclusive global community and welcomes students from over 130 countries.
As a truly global university, Southampton has many opportunities for students to develop intercultural skills through its wide variety of clubs and societies.
Specialist careers support and paid year in employment and internship opportunities prepare international students for their future.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    22nd out of 96 2

    22nd out of 91 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    148 73%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    32nd

    14
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 79%

    43rd

    9
  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    142 70%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    28th

    10
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 77%

    76th

    39

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