Overview

The Critical Theory MA course at King's College London gives students the opportunity to follow their own interests from a wide range of optional modules across the humanities and social sciences, all of which draw on the varied and lively research culture of King’s in these fields.

Key benefits

Unique interdisciplinary course focused on the study and applications of critical theory.

Wide range of optional modules across humanities and social science disciplines.

Located in the heart of London.

Career prospects

Many of our graduates go on to pursue further research in humanities subjects. Others transfer the skills and knowledge they develop with us to go on to careers in teaching, journalism, the media, arts, and other related bodies.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Main Currents in Critical Theory

Cinema & the City

Text, Image, Object & Gesture in Twentieth- Century French Writing

The Moving Image in Art

Reconfiguring Film Theories & Philosophies: A Cross-Cultural Perspective

Biopower: The Fate of an Idea

Theorizing Literature across Cultures: Contemporary Debates

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-25 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-25 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

100

OR

5

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

100

OR

5

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 2:1 honours in a humanities discipline. We may consider other qualifications if you can demonstrate relevant experience.

A personal statement is required. (maximum 4,000 characters)

A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained.

One academic reference is required. A professional reference will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago. In some cases, we may request an additional reference from you.

You will also need to submit a sample of your written work in the form of an academic essay (or a section of a dissertation), consisting of 2000-4000 words.

Applicants may wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of their application

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

32100 GBP / year

≈ 32100 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

14450 GBP / year

≈ 14450 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time UK: £7225 per year

Part time International: £16050 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Career prospects

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

London

Funding

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