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MA Folklore Studies at University of Hertfordshire

University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The course explores the origins of customs, urban myths and local legends and the stories behind them.

Duration: Full time, 1 Years; Part time, 2 Years  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Location: Hatfield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Teaching is in small-group workshops on weekday early evenings.

Career pathways

Graduates are equipped for a wide range of jobs, including careers in heritage.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum 2.1 honours degree in Folklore Studies or a related discipline (e.g. History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Celtic Studies, Creative Arts, Creative Writing, English Literature).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,320 a year (2026/2027). Full-time tuition fee for the 2026/2027 academic year (UK fee) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,950 a year (2026/2027). Full-time tuition fee for the 2026/2027 academic year (international fee) Source

Duration: Full time, 1 Years; Part time, 2 Years

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