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Mlitt Comparative Literature
Glasgow
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The Mlitt Comparative Literature program offered by the University of Glasgow is a specialized postgraduate course designed for students passionate about exploring literary works across different cultures and languages. This program provides comprehensive training in comparative analysis of literature, examining themes, motifs, and styles in literary texts from various traditions.
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Comparative Literary Theory: The curriculum covers comparative literary theory, providing students with a solid understanding of different approaches to analyzing literary works.
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Literary Analysis: Students gain insights into advanced literary analysis, exploring the nuances of language, narrative, and literary techniques.
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Cross-Cultural Studies: The program emphasizes cross-cultural studies, allowing students to compare and contrast literary works from diverse regions and time periods.
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Translation Studies: Students study translation studies, examining the challenges and significance of translating literary texts across languages.
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Literary Criticism: The program covers literary criticism, enabling students to engage with critical perspectives on literature.
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Research Project: Students have the opportunity to undertake an independent research project, focusing on specific comparative literary topics.
Location
Glasgow
Score
IELTS 7
Tuition Fee
£ 22140
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 19 in Speaking, and 23 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 60 with no individual score below 59.
- Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University of Glasgow offers a variety of scholarships to both domestic and international students to help support their studies.
- University of Glasgow International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is open to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. It provides a tuition fee discount for postgraduate programs at the University of Glasgow.
- Santander Scholarships: The University of Glasgow has a partnership with Santander Bank, which offers scholarships to support international students. These scholarships provide financial assistance to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- GREAT Scholarships: The University of Glasgow participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative of the UK government and British universities. These scholarships are awarded to students from specific countries and cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- Sir Fitzroy Maclean Postgraduate Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing a postgraduate degree in either the School of Humanities or the School of Social and Political Sciences.
- Chancellors Award: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students studying any discipline at the University of Glasgow and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
- Glasgow International Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students studying any postgraduate program and offers a tuition fee discount of up to £10,000.
- Glasgow Refugee, Asylum and Migration Network Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students who have sought refuge in the UK and are studying any undergraduate or postgraduate program.
Graduates of the Mlitt Comparative Literature program have diverse and promising career opportunities in academia, publishing, cultural organizations, and research institutions.
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Academic Researcher: Graduates can work as academic researchers in comparative literature, contributing to advancements in the field through academic institutions.
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Literary Translator: The program prepares students for roles as literary translators, bringing literary works from different cultures to wider audiences.
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Publishing Professional: Graduates may pursue careers in publishing, working as editors, literary agents, or marketing professionals.
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Cultural Consultant: Graduates can explore careers as cultural consultants, providing expertise on literature from different cultural backgrounds.
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Language Specialist: The program equips students for roles as language specialists, using their knowledge of multiple languages to analyze and interpret literary texts.
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Academic Lecturer: Graduates can work as academic lecturers, teaching courses in comparative literature and literary analysis.
