Overview

The Literature, Media and Culture programme at Florida State University offers students an immersive environment to explore the social and political impacts of global texts. This master level curriculum is designed to foster scholarly engagement and creativity through the study of various genres, media, and philosophical movements. Participants benefit from a department that is internationally recognised for its significant contributions to literary research and publications.

Why Literature, Media and Culture at Florida State University?

Florida State University holds a prestigious position as the only institution in the state affiliated with the Center for Renaissance Studies Consortium at the Newberry Library. This exclusive partnership provides graduate students with unique opportunities to apply for specialised grants and conduct high-level research at both the Newberry Library and the Folger Shakespeare Library. The department is consistently ranked among the top PhD-granting English departments in the country by the National Research Council.

Students have access to the nationally recognised History of Text Technologies programme, which bridges the gap between the history of the book and modern digital humanities. The faculty are experts in a vast cross-section of periods, ranging from medieval literature and early modern drama to contemporary American poetics. This breadth of expertise ensures that students can innovate within traditional fields or explore fast-growing disciplines like film and media studies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 21129 per year
National fee: USD 21129 per year
Local fee: USD 8628 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on advanced theoretical frameworks and historical contexts. Modules may include:

English Studies
Literary History
Understanding Theory
Senior Literature Seminar
Creative Writing
History of Text Technologies
Film and Media Studies
Contemporary American Poetics
Medieval Literature

Careers with Literature, Media and Culture

Graduates from Florida State University are highly valued by employers for their advanced training in research, interpretation, and effective communication. The analytical skills developed during the programme prepare students for diverse professional environments in both the public and private sectors. Many graduates pursue successful careers in education, government, and corporate industries.

Common career paths and roles for graduates include:

Editor or Editorial Assistant
Technical Writer
Public Relations Specialist
Archivist
Legislative Assistant
Speech Writer
Researcher
Information Specialist
Press Relations Officer

Representative employers include local school boards, universities, and major publishers of magazines and books. The degree also serves as a strong foundation for those intending to enter law or advanced academic research roles.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Medieval and Early Modern British Literary and Cultural Studies (through 1660)

British and Irish Literary and Cultural Studies: 1660-1900

Post-1900 Literary and Cultural Studies (American, British, Irish)

American Literary and Cultural Studies to 1900

African-American Literary and Cultural Studies

History of Text Technologies

Feminism, Gender, and Sexuality Studies

Colonial, Postcolonial, and Transnational Literary and Cultural Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tallahassee, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To complete the process in the Office of Admissions, applicants must submit the following:

An official transcript from each college or university attended.

Official nationally standardized graduate admission test scores.

The residency form, if applicable.

Submit official English Proficiency Test Scores if your native language is not English.

Determine if the major/program of interest has a different application deadline and/or additional major/program criteria, e.g., research interests, letters of recommendation, personal statement, interviews/portfolios/auditions, or other factors specified by the program.

Tuition Fees

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21129 USD / year

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Out-of-State

21129 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

8628 USD / year

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Living costs

Tallahassee

United States

955 - 1345 USD / month

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