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MA - Master of Arts
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MA - Master of Arts
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Course overview This course is ideal for any aspiring academic, actor, writer, or director looking to explore Shakespeare from perspectives like academic research, theatre performances and public engagement. Course highlights Where better to study Shakespeare than in the heart of his hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon? You'll have our Shakespeare Institute, RSC theatres and other local Shakespeare organisations all on your doorstep. Teaching on the MA includes content from the RSC, Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, and the Library of Birmingham's Shakespeare collection. Take part in exclusive workshops from the RSC while learning from our academics specialising in Shakespeare studies. Access all the resources you need at our Shakespeare Institute including a library and study spaces. Go beyond the classroom and explore using Shakespeare for public engagement by producing your own creative response to his work. The University of Birmingham is ranked in the Top 50 for English Literature and Linguistics (QS World University Rankings 2025).
You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in English or a related subject, or youll need relevant professional experience instead. If you don't have the required academic background, you can study our Fall in with Shakespeare or Spring into Shakespeare short course before applying for the MA. Completing one of the short courses can be used instead of a 2:1 Honours degree as entry onto the MA Shakespeare with Creativity. If you're applying based on your professional experience, you'll need to document your experience in a portfolio.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,900 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)
£26,180 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£26,180 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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