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MLitt - Master of Letters
University of Glasgow
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
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MLitt - Master of Letters
University of Glasgow
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
MLitt - Master of Letters
Gilmorehill Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
MLitt - Master of Letters
University of Glasgow
Part Time
SEP-25
24 months
MLitt - Master of Letters
Gilmorehill Campus
Part Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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This Masters offers interdisciplinary study across linguistic cultures as well as academic fields. Benefitting from a strong and diverse School of Modern Languages and Cultures, you will be able to take courses in the comparative study of literatures, film, visual arts, or societies of two or more language areas OR across two or more disciplines. The high degree of flexibility means that you are able to design a unique programme of study suited to your interests. You will be taught by world-leading researchers working in all areas of the arts, from Literature and Migration, to World Cinema, Book History, Gender and Postcolonial Studies. Our core courses are geared to building your theoretical approach to Comparative Literature and giving you hands-on training in preparation to undertaking and writing up your own research project. We have options designed specifically for you, but you are also encouraged to take courses from across the College of Arts, creating a programme which is intensely interdisciplinary, and can be bespoke to your individual interests. The programme is suitable whether or not you already have knowledge of one or more foreign languages you may follow it entirely in English translation, or make use of your linguistic skills in our areas of expertise. If you wish to take up a new language, this can be part of your programme of study. You will be encouraged to participate in our Postgraduate Conference in Comparative Literature and Translation Studies, network with world-leading invited speakers, and engage with our annual cross-disciplinary theme. You will have access to world class libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and teaching/research facilities, that make Glasgow such a vibrant place for postgraduate study.
Career prospects
Employers welcome our graduates abilities to 'think outside the box' in relation to cultures other than their own, as well as their ability to communicate in oral and written form in a logical, coherent, articulate and creative way.
Our graduates go into the workplace well-prepared to work in a global, international environment, as well as in any field requiring sophisticated communication skills. Some common careers include: publishing, editing, creative industries, and teaching.
The programme also provides an excellent preparation for further study in the fields of Comparative Literature and Modern Languages and Cultures.
2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Modern Language or Literature. Degrees in cognate fields, such as Philosophy, Film and TV Studies, and Cultural Studies are also considered.
We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons or non-UK equivalent.
Please include a short personal statement of approximately 500 words, explaining why you want to undertake the MLitt Comparative Literature at Glasgow.
A strong background in literary or cultural theory is highly desirable.
You may be invited to attend an informal interview (via Zoom) to discuss your application.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,650 per year
Students from Domestic
Additional fees applicable.
£25,290 per year
Students from EU
Additional fees applicable.
£25,290 per year
Students from International
Additional fees applicable.
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