English Literary Studies (Postcolonial and World Literature) MA

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# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgram duration

24,200 GBPTuition Fee/year

03 Jul, 2024Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Explore postcolonialism and world literature with a master’s degree at the University of Southampton. Our course gives you the chance to specialise in postcolonial and world literary culture, covering topics such as legacies of colonialism and imperialism, aftermath of decolonisation, relationship between gender and nationalism and fault lines in postcolonial national narratives. On completion of the course, you’ll be ready for a career in teaching, librarianship, museums and galleries, publishing or heritage.
You’ll get the chance to carry out advanced research and independent critical thinking, and to make effective use of archives, manuscripts, and research libraries.This pathway is linked to the Southampton Centre for Imperial and Postcolonial Studies. This group brings together academics, writers and research students to explore the practices, experiences and legacies of imperial power in a global setting, from the early-modern period to the present. The centre also hosts events including seminars, workshops and conferences.

Program overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

PTE Academic

70+

IELTS

TOEFL

100+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

185+

Bachelor GPA

3.2+

First or upper second-class degree or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in English literature or a cognate discipline.

Application Deadline

03 Jul 2024

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee
Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

9,250 GBP

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

24,200 GBP

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English Literary Studies (Postcolonial and World Literature) MA

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgram duration

24,200 GBPTuition Fee/year

03 Jul, 2024Application Deadline

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