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MA | MRes in the History of the Book at University of London

University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The MA/MRes in the History of the Book studies the making, manufacturing, distribution and reading of books and other printed, written and digital media, from manuscripts to modern print.

Faculty: School of Advanced Study  |  Department: Institute of English Studies  |  Duration: 1 year (full-time); 2-3 years (part-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taught modules followed by a dissertation in the final year; part-time students normally complete at least four taught modules before the dissertation, with most modules taught on one day a week.

Career pathways

Alumni build careers in academic librarianship, museum curatorship, publishing, art and the print and antiquarian book trade, or progress to doctoral study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (or overseas equivalent); alternative qualifications or relevant experience considered. English proficiency required.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year (full-time); 2-3 years (part-time)

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