MPhil Literature at University of Essex

Programme overview

The MPhil Literature is a structured two-year programme of advanced research in the Department of Literature, Film, and Theatre Studies, covering literature from early modern to contemporary writing in English and other languages. Students write a thesis of up to 50,000 words.

Department: School of Language, Literature, and Media | Duration: 2-3 years | Intake: October 2027 | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MPhil has no taught modules; students undertake supervised research towards a thesis of no more than 50,000 words, with supervisory board meetings twice a year.

Career pathways

Graduates have become writers, scholars, university lecturers, teachers, publishers and editors, journalists, arts administrators, theatre artistic directors, drama advisers and translators.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK applicants: a good Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject; some applicants may be accepted on the basis of an outstanding honours degree. A well-developed research proposal is essential. Applicants will normally be required to attend an interview, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department. International applicants: IELTS 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in writing, or equivalent.

International applicants: GBP 21,675 a year. Tuition per year; fees increase for each academic year of study. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 2-3 years

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