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- Publishing and Contemporary Literature MA
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Qualification
MA - Master of Arts
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Location
York St John University
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP-24
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Engage with the varied areas of publishing. Extend your knowledge and understanding of contemporary literature. Deepen your skills by meeting with industry professionals. Get involved with literary festivals to further develop your skills and to engage with an external literary partner.
Course overview
Our focus is on theoretical, political, social and cultural currents in contemporary literature, broadly defined as the literature of the twenty first century. Our diverse and inclusive syllabus champions the voices of writers who have been culturally marginalised. You will be supported and encouraged to develop as a literary critic.
The focus of the publishing side of the MA is on contemporary publishing, with a particular focus on independent publishing, small presses and emergent themes in writing. You will engage with a diverse and inclusive range of creative and critical texts in a variety of forms, enhancing your knowledge of the current publishing landscape. You will develop creative skills surrounding the reading, generation, selection, development and publication of new texts.
York is a fantastic place to be if you love books and reading. There is a rich literary history in the city, and each year, the city celebrates its literary heritage with the York Literature Festival, for which our department organises several events. We are also instrumental in the annual York Big City Read with our partner institution, York Explore.
Career outcomes
Where could Publishing and Contemporary Literature take you?
This MA will prepare you for a career in the varied and exciting world of publishing. You will also leave with transferable skills in:
- Project management
- Copywriting
- Editing
- Communication
- Collaboration
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£ 13,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
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University League Table
107th
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Campus address
York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, York, YO31 7EX, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
67th out of 95 3
88th out of 97 7
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Entry standards
/ Max 210113 55%77th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10058.0 58%52nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.22 84%5th
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Entry standards
/ Max 205116 57%68th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10052.0 52%83rd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.12 82%38th
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