Overview
Key features
Children's Literature degree offered at the University of Reading is an interdisciplinary degree, engaging with childhood studies and children's media. You will learn through small seminar group teaching and one-to-one dissertation supervision by renowned specialists.
You will also receive outstanding preparation for various careers in cultural, educational and media industries, or for further study through a PhD. For example, some of our students have spent part of their time with us on placements with employers such as publishers.
Education
The University of Reading is ranked in the top 150 universities in the world for English Language and Literature in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023. You will have full access to the University's many facilities, including the Library, Sports Centre, and Reading Students' Union, and all students benefit from departmental facilities and events such as research talks and guest lectures, especially the research seminars run by the Centre for International Research in Childhood: Literature, Culture, Media (CIRCL).
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Courses include:
Myth, Folktale and Popular Culture
Global Children's Literatures in English
18th and 19th Century Children's Literature
Dissertation
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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However, we are happy to still consider applications after these dates.
Language
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Credits
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Disciplines
Literature Childhood Studies View 42 other Masters in Childhood Studies in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. For the MRes, you'll need to submit copies of two essays you wrote during your degree (not on children's literature) and a 500-word statement of motivation..
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International
25850 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25850 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
11750 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11750 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Reading
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Children's Literature.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
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