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MA - Master of Arts
Aston University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MA - Master of Arts
Aston University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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Study our MA English programme, designed to allow you to specialise in either language, literature or to take a more integrated pathway. Our modules will develop your research expertise and apply your skills in real world contexts.
Course outline and modules
Studied in-person, at our campus in the heart of Birmingham, this English masters degree is suitable for those wanting to develop their knowledge of English language and/or literature in exciting and applied contexts. The course provides opportunities to develop advanced research skills, study a range of topics, complete a substantial individual project and explore how to apply academic learning to professional contexts.
What you’ll learn
The core modules introduce you to advanced study and research skills that will support you with your studies and provide opportunities to apply your learning to a range of contexts beyond the academic.
You will study key theories, concepts and frameworks that will allow you to examine a wide range of texts, drawing on some of the latest research in, for example, genre studies, corpus linguistics, cognitive literary studies and digital humanities.
You will be equipped to confidently apply your reading and research to non-academic and professional contexts as well as to support further academic study. The course provides the flexibility to choose from a wide range of elective modules, enabling you to tailor your masters to suit your interests and future career goals.
A good UK honours degree, minimum Lower Second Class (2:2) in English Language, English Literature or a related subject. Please note that transcripts must indicate some studies of English. Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,850 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£21,750 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£21,750 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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