The MLitt in Comparative Literature explores the transnational understanding of literature and culture, providing students with a critical evaluation of theoretical approaches combined with the intensive study of an extremely broad range of European texts and their relations to other literatures. The MLitt in Comparative Literature is a one-year taught programme run by the School of Modern Languages. The programme explores the transnational understanding of literature and culture. It aims to provide training in traditional and new research techniques. Students receive training in traditional and new research techniques and have the opportunity to broaden their language portfolios.Small class sizes of no more than 20 students provide a close-knit postgraduate community and friendly environment. A wide range of optional modules provides the opportunity to take modules from other disciplines or to learn a third language.One year full time