229 Master's degrees in Literature in United Kingdom

The MA in History of the Book at the School of Advanced Study, University of London, is a one-year full-time or part-time programme. This degree provides an in-depth exploration of the creation, distribution, and reading of books, offering students valuable insights into the historical, cultural, and technological contexts of literature.

Education (Critical Approaches to Children's Literature) PGCE entry only from University of Cambridge course is aimed at applicants who already have knowledge of and interest in children's literature, and who want to develop expertise in the subject at master's level. 

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

UCL English Language and Literature provides excellent opportunities for PhD students to study in the heart of literary London, with access to vast quantities of resources and research materials, and a high number of academic staff working on a diverse range of specialist research topics.

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

The Literary Studies M.Sc. at Aberystwyth University is a one-year, full-time programme delivered in a public study mode. This degree offers a deep engagement with English literature, focusing on critical theory and research skills. Students benefit from elite research libraries while preparing a significant final dissertation.

This Highlands and Islands Literature MLitt course from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) allows you to study the writers and literatures of the Highlands and Islands, in the communities to which they belong. 

The M.A. in English Literature and Culture at Birkbeck, University of London gives you the chance to study the literature, culture and theory of modernity from the nineteenth century to the present day, so that you are exposed to a rich background of cultural study on this period. 

Taught by experts from the Centre for Victorian Studies, this English Literature - Victorian Literature, Art and Culture course at Royal Holloway University of London  offers you the opportunity to study nineteenth-century literature and art history in the midst of the outstanding Victorian architecture of our Egham campus.  

The English Literary Studies MA course at Durham University offers choice, flexibility and the opportunity to specialise. You can learn from the rich variety of research expertise in the Department and you also have the chance to concentrate on a particular area of literary study.

The World Literature MA at University of Warwick draws on the English Department's renowned expertise in theoretically-driven world-literary and postcolonial studies to offer a course unique in the UK.

During the MLitt in Comparative Literature at the University of St Andrews develop skills in cross-cultural communication, cultural competence and empathy – all highly valued by employers in an increasingly globalised world.

Develop powerful research and communication skills while exploring great British and American works.

The M.A. in Children's Literature - Children's Illustration at Goldsmiths, University of London is a one-year full-time programme designed for those passionate about children's literature. This course offers a blend of practical and theoretical insights, focusing on developing your illustration skills and understanding the publishing industry.

The University of Aberdeen offers a postgraduate degree, either an M.Sc. or Ph.D., in Gaelic Studies. This programme is designed for those interested in exploring Gaelic literature, culture, and society. The duration and attendance format details are available upon inquiry, ensuring a tailored educational experience.

Birkbeck, University of London offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Dramaturgy, a dynamic programme tailored for theatre professionals. This course can be pursued full-time over one year or part-time across two years, with classes held in the evenings, providing flexibility for working individuals keen on advancing their creative careers.

The University of Aberdeen offers a postgraduate degree, the M.Litt or PhD in Celtic and Anglo-Saxon Studies. This unique programme delves into the literature and culture of early and medieval Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and England, and is available for full-time or part-time study, providing flexibility for students.

The MPhil/PhD in Comparative Literature at Birkbeck, University of London, is a research-focused degree that spans four years full-time or seven years part-time. This on-campus programme invites students to explore literature across diverse cultural contexts, commencing in the academic year 2025-26.

The English (1700-1830) programme from the University of Oxford is designed to serve both as an autonomous degree for students wishing to pursue more advanced studies in English literature, and as a solid foundation for doctoral research.

At the English Literature and Language programme from University of Worcester we aim to produce research that is distinctive, socially and culturally relevant, and that influences national agendas.