MA English Studies at Manchester Metropolitan University

MA English Studies takes a broad and dynamic approach spanning the rich and diverse field of English. Whether your interests lie in literary, film, television, games, or media cultures, this programme allows you to explore texts across various historical eras and international contexts. With a wide range of specialisms and optional assessments, this degree is designed to be flexible and future-focussed, enabling you to tailor your studies to your career aspirations.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: School of English  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

MA English Studies offers a flexible and intellectually rich exploration of literature, film, television, games, media cultures and critical theory across a range of historical periods and international contexts. Designed to accommodate diverse interests and career ambitions, the course allows you to tailor your studies through specialist option modules while developing advanced skills in research, analysis, communication and cultural critique. Modules core: English and Global Challenges, Practices, Cultures, Communities, Independent Project; options: Interactive Fictions, Modes of Modernity, Contemporary Nightmares, Locating Selves.

Career pathways

This programme will be a considerable asset to those who wish to pursue careers in: Teaching. Arts administration.

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