MA (Hons) - Liberal Arts with English Literature
University of Glasgow
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This programme offers a fresh approach to developing academic skills within the arts and humanities, featuring a flexible and interdisciplinary degree structure that allows you to study more than one subject in a meaningful and connected way. You will gain a broad understanding of major global issues, including those related to the environment and social justice, while also developing an awareness of the importance of civic engagement.The University is an ideal setting for liberal arts study, ...Read more

This programme offers a fresh approach to developing academic skills within the arts and humanities, featuring a flexible and interdisciplinary degree structure that allows you to study more than one subject in a meaningful and connected way. You will gain a broad understanding of major global issues, including those related to the environment and social justice, while also developing an awareness of the importance of civic engagement.The University is an ideal setting for liberal arts study, offering a broad, interdisciplinary approach that encourages exploration across diverse subjects. With renowned faculty, a wide range of academic pathways, and a focus on global issues, Glasgow empowers you to tailor your studies to your interests within a vibrant city that blends rich history with modern creativity.The University of Glasgow is a world top 60 institution for Arts & Humanities (THE World University Rankings, 2025). We have been at the forefront of delivering teaching, learning and research in the arts and humanities since 1451.Glasgow is the UK's top cultural and creative city (European Commission, 2019) and a UNESCO City of Music. Our city is home to more than 100 cultural organisations, including the Burrell Collection (Art Fund 2023 Museum of the Year), the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, and five internationally renowned performing arts companies.

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WUSCA ranking:
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42/279
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28th
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31st
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Sophia
24 Oct 25

A little expensive for food. Quite busy in JMS...Read more

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Emma
31 Jan 25

Many good aspects of the uni. Only main complaint is some of the lecture halls have really uncomfortable seating which makes it difficult go engage with the lecture itself. Aside..Read more

Entry requirements

The Entry Requirement section of each undergraduate subject page states the cumulative / final grades (and subjects if mandatory) required to be considered for an offer. Any Additional Requirements (interviews, auditions, tests, pre-entry programmes) are also stated. These will be confirmed in any Conditional offer we make.

We publish Scottish Highers, Adjusted Scottish Highers (for eligible Widening Participation applicants), A-Levels and International Baccalaureate (IB)

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£9,535 per year

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Students from England

£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

£9,535 per year

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Students from Wales

£9,535 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

£26,580 per year

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Students from EU

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£26,580 per year

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Sophia
24 Oct 25
English Literature - MA (Hons)
A little expensive for food. Quite busy in JMS....
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Emma
31 Jan 25
English Language & Linguistics/English Literature - MA (Hons)
Many good aspects of the uni. Only main complaint is some of the lecture halls have really uncomfortable seating which makes it difficult go engage with the lecture itself. Aside...
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University of Glasgow
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The University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world, founded back in 1451....

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