Overview

The World Literature programme at University Putra Malaysia aims to equip candidates with knowledge of theories and applications relevant to the field of English literature.

Career opportunities

University Lecturer / Academic Researcher
Teach world literature, English literature, and literary studies at universities or colleges.
Conduct advanced literary research and publish academic works.
Literary Researcher / Literature Specialist
Research global literary traditions, cultures, texts, and literary theories.
Work in research institutions, cultural organisations, or academic projects.
Writer / Creative Content Professional
Work as a writer, literary critic, scriptwriter, or content creator.
Develop articles, essays, creative works, and literary materials.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in English Studies
Literary Theory
Themes and Issues in Malaysian Literature in English
Critical Appreciation
South-East Asian Literature in English
Seminar in Contemporary World Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-07-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

40 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bandar Labuan, Malaysia

Disciplines

Literature View 15 other Masters in Literature in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent, in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75;
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with a CGPA of 2.50 2.75, must have a minimum of 3 years working experience in related fields;
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with a CGPA below 2.50, must have a minimum of 5 years working experience in related fields.
Candidates who are not qualified in the related field must take and pass three courses in related fields with at least a B grade.

Work experience

3-5 years of working experience

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Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

15425 MYR / year

≈ 15425 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9325 MYR / year

≈ 9325 MYR / year

Additional Details

Study Cost for Max 3 years

National: RM20,850
International: RM35,150

Funding

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Overview

Career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Work experience

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Funding

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