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MPhil in English

University of St Andrews

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  • Qualification

    MPhil - Master of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of St Andrews

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    2 years

Course summary

St Andrews was one of the first universities in the world to teach English literature and is consistently ranked as one of the United Kingdom's pre-eminent universities. Today, with around 30 members of permanent staff, the School of English prides itself on its friendliness and common enthusiasm for great literature.

In the School, you will be part of a welcoming and lively academic community of approximately 80 postgraduates based in the School's centre for research students. You will be invited to take part in the regular research events which see distinguished visiting academics and creative writers lead seminars, lectures and workshops. You can also participate in the School's Postgraduate Forum, which brings postgraduates together to present and discuss their on-going work.

St Andrews was one of the first universities in the world to teach English literature and is consistently ranked as one of the United Kingdom's pre-eminent universities. Today, with around 30 members of permanent staff, the School of English prides itself on its friendliness and common enthusiasm for great literature.

In the School, you will be part of a welcoming and lively academic community of approximately 80 postgraduates. You will be invited to take part in the regular research events which see distinguished visiting academics and creative writers lead seminars, lectures and workshops. You can also participate in the School's Postgraduate Forum, which brings postgraduates together to present and discuss their on-going work.

MPhil, normally of two years duration. The first year comprises the taught components of an MLitt, and the second a thesis of no more than 40,000 words. Applicants who already hold a suitable Masters or MLitt degree may be eligible for admittance directly to the second year of an MPhil degree.

Application deadline

31 May 2024

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,880per 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 St Andrews

University of St Andrews

  • University League Table

    4th

  • Campus address

    University of St Andrews, College Gate, St Andrews, KY16 9AJ, Scotland

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    3rd out of 96

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    194 96%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    3rd

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.37 84%

    7th

    12

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