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2 Literary Theory Masters Degree Programs in United Kingdom
Queen's University Belfast
MA English - Literary Studies
- Belfast, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
To provide students with the opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of English Literary Studies, enabling students to pursue specialised fields of study (via guided pathways in specialist areas) or to choose a flexible arrangement of topics that bypass traditional period or national boundaries.
St. Marys University
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Literary Translation
- Waldegrave Road, United Kingdom
MA
English
The MFA program has four tracks: poetry writing, fiction, nonfiction, and literary translation. The course of study centers on writing workshop classes in which faculty lead students in critiques of one another’s writing. Students take three workshops in their own genre, and a crossover workshop in another genre, and they take two craft classes, one in their own genre and one in another genre.
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Studying Literary Theory at the Master's level in the UK provides a deep engagement with texts, ideas, and various theoretical frameworks. This program equips you with critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze complex literary works, fostering an appreciation for literature's role in culture and society.
Through courses in critical analysis, textual interpretation, and contemporary theory, you'll gain insight into the various perspectives that influence literary studies. The environment nurtures independence as you engage with diverse viewpoints, shaping your approach to literature and its contexts. Typical skills developed include evaluating narrative structures, applying theoretical concepts to texts, and articulating informed arguments.
Graduates often pursue careers in academia, publishing, or cultural institutions. They may work as researchers, educators, or literary critics, contributing to discussions about literature's impact. The UK's emphasis on rigorous academic research prepares you to engage with challenging concepts and produce original scholarship, enhancing your expertise in the field and opening opportunities worldwide.