Overview

Program Details

More than just an MA in Literature, Romanticism and The English Lake District, the course at University of Cumbria can enhance prospects in a range of careers that demand high-level analytical and interpretative skills as well as advanced skills in written and oral communication. Specific career pathways might include work in publishing or the creative and cultural heritage industries; the course can also support students wishing to go on to study at MPhil/PhD level.
Here you will explore critical ideas about the relationship between the creative imagination and place, and have the opportunity to visit some of the specific locations which have inspired and which continue to inspire writers. The course also offers opportunities to engage with partner organisations such as Brantwood and the Wordsworth Trust, and to work with related and unique manuscript resources.

On this course you will:

Study surrounded by the stunning and inspiring scenery of the Lake District, which has inspired many of the UK's greatest writers
Take part in field trips to explore how the Lakes have influenced literature
Be involved in Cumbria's thriving literary scene and get the opportunity to work with local cultural heritage organisations
Benefit from small class sizes so we can help you to personally develop and flourish throughout your English Literature degree.
Be taught by literary experts and published writers
Have opportunities to develop real-world projects relating to the contemporary cultural heritage industry

Programme Structure

Course include:

British Romanticism and the Lake District
Literature and the Environment
A Natural Education: Children's Literature and the Lake District
Contemporary Cumbrian Writing
Poetry and Place
Literary Tourism and Cultural Heritage in the Lake District
Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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OTE

130

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ambleside, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature British Studies View 229 other Masters in Literature in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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OTE

130

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A good first degree (2.1 or above) in English Literature or a related subject (e.g. Film Studies, Cultural Studies, Creative Writing); for overseas applicants appropriate equivalence will apply.
Applicants may be asked to attend an interview in person or online

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14900 GBP / year

≈ 14900 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

6900 GBP / year

≈ 6900 GBP / year

Funding

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