English Literature MA
University of Sheffield
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Explore the breadth and depth of English literature through fiction, film, prose and creative writing. Focus on a particular time period, genre or theme on our flexible MA programme. You can choose to focus your studies in a particular specialism - such as American literature, film, gothic studies and literary linguistics among others, or choose from any of the module to create a degree that best suits your interests.

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Angela
28 Feb 25

I like how the professors seem to really care for their students, and how much students' voices in general are heard, considering how big the SU is! It is only a little stressful..Read more

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Rosie
16 Feb 25

I just wish my course as an English student had a dedicated space other than the Jessop West hubs. Having lectures in the most random buildings can get confusing. Other than that..Read more

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Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject. You will be required to provide a portfolio submission of written work from your undergraduate degree level study, such as a dissertation or essay on an English topic. We accept degrees in the following subject areas:

  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Linguistics
  • Modern Languages
  • Philosophy

Your degree should be in an Arts and Humanities or Social Sciences subject.

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£10,920 per year

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£24,950 per year

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£24,950 per year

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Angela
28 Feb 25
English Language and Literature - BA (Hons)
I like how the professors seem to really care for their students, and how much students' voices in general are heard, considering how big the SU is! It is only a little stressful...
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Rosie
16 Feb 25
English Language and Literature - BA (Hons)
I just wish my course as an English student had a dedicated space other than the Jessop West hubs. Having lectures in the most random buildings can get confusing. Other than that...
Read more
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University of Sheffield
Western Bank Sheffield South Yorkshire S10 2TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Sheffield  0.7 miles away
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