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Mlitt English Literature: Modernities - Literature, Culture, Theory
Glasgow
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
This master's program investigates key texts and concepts shaping our understanding of literature and culture during periods of radical change. It examines the evolution of literary modernism and the avant-garde, relating literary works to developments in other cultural practices such as film, theatre, and the visual arts.
Curriculum: Students engage in core courses like 'Modernities I: 1880-1945' and 'Modernities II: 1945 to the Present,' complemented by optional courses tailored to individual interests. A research training course equips students with essential academic skills, culminating in a dissertation on a chosen topic within the modernities field.
Research Focus: The program emphasizes interdisciplinary and theoretically informed approaches, guided by internationally recognized experts. Students participate in tailored workshops with the University's archives and Special Collections, enhancing their research capabilities.
Industry Engagement: While academically oriented, the program develops key skills valued by employers in journalism, heritage, and creative industries, preparing graduates for various educational and vocational careers.
Global Perspective: Situated in Glasgow, a city rich in cultural diversity, the program offers access to world-class libraries, museums, and a vibrant arts scene, providing a global context to the study of modern literature and culture.
Location
Glasgow
Score
IELTS 7
Tuition Fee
£ 25320
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 English Literature: Modernities program have diverse and promising career opportunities in academia, publishing, media, and cultural organizations.
Academic Researcher: Graduates can work as academic researchers, contributing to the exploration and analysis of modernist literature and literary theory in universities and research institutions.
Editorial Professional: The program prepares students for roles in publishing as editors or literary agents, specializing in modern literature and critical theory.
Cultural Analyst: Graduates may pursue careers as cultural analysts, providing expertise on modernist literature and its impact on society and culture.
Media and Journalism: Graduates can explore careers in media and journalism, covering literary and cultural events related to modernist literature.
Teaching and Education: The program equips students for roles as educators, teaching English literature and modernist texts in schools and colleges.
Content Writing: Graduates can work as content writers, creating articles and essays on modernist literature and literary theory for digital platforms and publications.
