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Overview
This piece of original research will usually be based on close study of the primary texts as well as engagement with critical, contextual and theoretical material as appropriate.
You will conduct your research under the close supervision of a member of staff.
What you will study
Your research topic will be decided in consultation with a member of the English team. An individual supervisor will be assigned during the application and interview process and you will then work closely with them.
Teaching
Once a research area has been identified and a research programme agreed, you can begin researching and writing your dissertation. You will determine its content, development and structure in regular consultation with your dissertation supervisor. You will produce a dissertation of up to 40,000 words in length.
Careers
The MA English by Research at University of South Wales is an excellent qualification for further postgraduate study at MPhil or PhD level. Alternatively graduates will have developed the research skills needed for a range of careers in the arts, media, industry and public or private sectors, including teaching, public administration and publishing.
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Courses included:
- 19th Century Literature
- 20th Century and Contemporary Literature
- Women’s Writing
- Feminist Theory
- Welsh Writing in English
- Welsh Women’s Writing
- Gothic Studies
- Religious Poetry
- Postcolonial literatures
- Historical fictions
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Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 8
PTE Academic 50
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
Blended
Disciplines
Language Studies Languages Literature View 536 other Masters in Languages in United KingdomExplore more key information
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GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 8
PTE Academic 50
Other requirements
General requirements
- A good Honours degree in English or English related subjects (2:1 or above). Non-standard qualifications and experiential learning will also be taken into account.
- All applications must include two references on headed paper from your referees which should be uploaded as a supporting document. Please note, we can not accept applications without these two references. At least one referee should be able to comment on your academic/professional ability. References provided by relatives are not acceptable.
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15000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15000 GBP per year during 18 months.
Funding
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