English Literature and Culture University of Groningen

Overview

The themes of conflict and co-operation are at the core of the Master's track in English Literature and Culture, a programme that allows students a broad choice from a range of modules drawing on the full historical and geographical sweep of literatures in English.

It is a key tenet of the track that the academic study of English literature can be used to reflect on the ways that people - as individuals and as groups - interact with one another, and that it provides a catalyst for insight into contemporary social debates. 

Literature captures the separation and the solidarity of its writers and audiences in a manner particular to itself: it is a multidisciplinary practice that is as various as the texts it studies. 

At University of Groningen, the English Literature and Culture programme's core themes of conflict and co-operation are linked to sustainable society, a research priority of the university.

Why study this programme?

• An academic humanities degree with a socially relevant focus
• Size: The resources of a large research university but with small classes (typically 10-15 students)
• Atmosphere: A friendly ambience contributes to our positive student feedback
• International: Our staff have received their doctorates from a mix of Dutch universities and international institutions (Oxford, Cambridge, Toronto, Edinburgh)
• Employability: Academic excellence with transferable skills