English MA (Hons) at University of Dundee

Programme overview

English MA (Hons) offers a comprehensive study of English-language literature from around the world. Students gain insight into the historical, critical and cultural contexts of literature.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Duration: 4 or 3 years (4 years from Level 1 entry, 3 years from Level 2 entry) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The degree covers English-language literature from around the world, studied in its historical, critical and cultural contexts.

Career pathways

English is an adaptable subject that leads to a flexible range of career options.

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Entry requirements

4-year entry (start at Level 1): A-level CCC (widening access CCD); SQA Higher BBBC (widening access BBCC), no essential subjects; IB diploma 28 points including 5, 5, 4 at higher level. 3-year entry (start at Level 2): A-level BBC, essential subject A-level English; Advanced Higher BB plus Higher BB, essential subject Advanced Higher English; IB diploma 30 points including 5, 5, 4 at higher level. BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM (4-year entry) or DMM (3-year entry). HNC: C in the Graded Unit with 96 SCQF credits (4-year entry) or B in the Graded Unit with 120 SCQF credits (3-year entry). English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each of listening, reading and speaking.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 or 3 years (4 years from Level 1 entry, 3 years from Level 2 entry)

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