English Literature and Comparative Cultural Studies

Overview

Students may explore cross-cultural dimensions within English Studies, or Anglophone literature in relation to literatures in other languages. Intergeneric approaches to literature are also encouraged. The Master of Arts in English Literature and Comparative Cultural Studies at University of Cyprus courses examine recent developments in theoretical tendencies and cultural analysis primarily in relation to literary texts but also with respect to the other arts, drawing from disciplines such as psychology, anthropology, sociology, history and philosophy.

Graduates of the programme will be able to demonstrate:

• advanced knowledge and understanding of a broad spectrum of critical and methodological approaches to texts, and the ability to develop complex interpretations of literary and related texts, often in interdisciplinary contexts;
• knowledge of a broad social, cultural, and historical framework of the development of relevant literature(s);
• knowledge of a broad range of core literary and related texts relevant to the field of study, and of their interpretations;
• ability to communicate ideas in accordance with professional standards and conventions of academic writing, with a view to contributing to the development of knowledge;
• ability to demonstrate autonomy and responsibility in the delivery of work in a manner transferable to a range of professional contexts;
• ability to think and articulate ideas creatively.