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The MA Literary Studies at Leiden University offers you a specialised qualification in one of four languages and cultures or a comparative perspective on literature and culture, with each programme offering considerable scope for individual customisation.
As a student of Literary Studies, you will have access to the vast amount of knowledge that is present at the renowned Leiden University Centre for the Arts in Society (LUCAS). Every class you attend is taught by scholars of international standing who are true experts in their fields. An important objective is to teach you the value of questioning: you will acquire a broad, investigative and critical approach to problem solving that can be applied to any challenge in any role.
A unique selling point of the programme is the freedom to tailor your degree to suit your ambitions and interests. Your curriculum could include a single or combined major and electives from other specialisations – even other programmes. You are also free to go abroad for a specific university course or do an internship to deepen or widen your focus.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MA Literary Studies at Leiden University offers you a specialised qualification in one of four languages and cultures or a comparative perspective on literature and culture, with each programme offering considerable scope for individual customisation.
As a student of Literary Studies, you will have access to the vast amount of knowledge that is present at the renowned Leiden University Centre for the Arts in Society (LUCAS). Every class you attend is taught by scholars of international standing who are true experts in their fields. An important objective is to teach you the value of questioning: you will acquire a broad, investigative and critical approach to problem solving that can be applied to any challenge in any role.
A unique selling point of the programme is the freedom to tailor your degree to suit your ambitions and interests. Your curriculum could include a single or combined major and electives from other specialisations – even other programmes. You are also free to go abroad for a specific university course or do an internship to deepen or widen your focus.
Admission Requirements
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7.5+
To be eligible for one of Leiden University’s master's programmes, you must meet the following admission requirements: Academic, Language and Programme-specific. For Academic requirements: You’ll need a BA or BSc degree (or equivalent and preferably associated to the field of study) to be admitted to any of Leiden University’s master’s programmes. For Language requirements: Admission to most master’s programmes requires students to be proficient in English. For Programme-specific requirements: The specific academic and professional entry requirements for each master’s programme are listed in each programme's website - please check with each programme's site to learn more about the programme-specific requirements.
1 Year
Feb
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
2,601 EUR
International
21,600 EUR
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Literary Studies (MA)
Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands
# 71QS Subject Rankings
12 monthsProgramme duration
21,600 EURTuition Fee/year
Modern LanguagesMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MA Literary Studies at Leiden University offers you a specialised qualification in one of four languages and cultures or a comparative perspective on literature and culture, with each programme offering considerable scope for individual customisation.
As a student of Literary Studies, you will have access to the vast amount of knowledge that is present at the renowned Leiden University Centre for the Arts in Society (LUCAS). Every class you attend is taught by scholars of international standing who are true experts in their fields. An important objective is to teach you the value of questioning: you will acquire a broad, investigative and critical approach to problem solving that can be applied to any challenge in any role.
A unique selling point of the programme is the freedom to tailor your degree to suit your ambitions and interests. Your curriculum could include a single or combined major and electives from other specialisations – even other programmes. You are also free to go abroad for a specific university course or do an internship to deepen or widen your focus.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MA Literary Studies at Leiden University offers you a specialised qualification in one of four languages and cultures or a comparative perspective on literature and culture, with each programme offering considerable scope for individual customisation.
As a student of Literary Studies, you will have access to the vast amount of knowledge that is present at the renowned Leiden University Centre for the Arts in Society (LUCAS). Every class you attend is taught by scholars of international standing who are true experts in their fields. An important objective is to teach you the value of questioning: you will acquire a broad, investigative and critical approach to problem solving that can be applied to any challenge in any role.
A unique selling point of the programme is the freedom to tailor your degree to suit your ambitions and interests. Your curriculum could include a single or combined major and electives from other specialisations – even other programmes. You are also free to go abroad for a specific university course or do an internship to deepen or widen your focus.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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