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MA in English Literature 

MA in English Literature
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OU 
Overview

Equips you with practical skills in literary research methods such as archival and manuscript research

Duration

24 months

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Total fee

10.29 Lakh

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

PG Degree

MA in English Literature
 at 
OU 
Highlights

  • Earn a master's degree from The Open University
  • Learn from expert faculty
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MA in English Literature
 at 
OU 
Course details

Skills you will learn
Who should do this course?
  • Bachelor's degree holders in English literature or a related field who wish to deepen their understanding of literary texts and pursue advanced study in the discipline
What are the course deliverables?
  • Students will demonstrate an advanced understanding of major literary theories and their application to literary texts from various historical periods and cultural contexts
  • Students will develop the ability to critically analyze and interpret literary texts, considering elements such as theme, structure, language, and historical context
  • Students will acquire advanced research skills, including the ability to identify and evaluate scholarly sources, formulate research questions, and conduct independent research projects
  • Students will enhance their written and oral communication skills, demonstrating the ability to articulate complex literary ideas clearly and persuasively in academic essays, presentations, and discussions
More about this course
  • Our MA in English Literature introduces you to studying literature, poetry, drama and prose in relation to culture and across three broad themes
  • The first of these, literary-popular culture, includes exploring genre writing, the bestseller and mass literary production
  • In revolution and literature, you'll encounter texts representing revolutionary social or political change
  • The third theme is global literary cultures where you'll look at English literature as an international literary form
  • The structure of this masters degree allows you to select options and specialise throughout the first year in preparation for the more sustained self-directed work of the dissertation in year two

MA in English Literature
 at 
OU 
Curriculum

MA English literature part 1

MA English literature part 2

MA in English Literature
 at 
OU 
Entry Requirements

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MA in English Literature
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Walton Hall, Kents Hill, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, United Kingdom
Milton Keynes ( Buckinghamshire)

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