English Literature

With this MA English Literature course from University of Hull, you’ll gain insight into society, culture and politics by developing an understanding of the power of language and why it affects how we interpret and communicate with the world around us.

Through this MA English Literature course offered by University of Hull , you’ll explore global literature with internationally renowned researchers, working on real-world projects, covering themes such as sustainability, collaboration and resilience.

Through seminars, creative writing workshops, student presentations and small group exercises you’ll study a range of cutting-edge modules, acquiring knowledge in a variety of subjects and genres within English studies.

Supported by internationally renowned researchers, you’ll gain skills in independent writing and research and develop a set of professional competencies for use in your future career. You will also gain insight into key research areas in the field of English Literature, as well as explore contemporary global issues and challenges.

This highly flexible MA program allows you to choose the writers, or forms of writing, that most interest you. All students take the compulsory research module in Trimester 1, designed to provide and encourage the development of a set of competencies in creativity, engagement, and communication. Students also take an innovative module exploring literature and the emotions, where you'll be introduced to a wide range of texts and theoretical perspectives. You then choose two additional modules in English Literature, including such topics as gender, intertextuality, and the environment.

Future prospects

• You will leave Hull with enhanced communication, research and creative skills.

• Career options include writing and editing jobs, in fields such as journalism, marketing or promotions. Many students opt to pursue further research or a career in academia or teaching.

Courses include:

• Research, Creativity and Engagement

• Literature and the Emotions

• Gender in Popular Culture

• Climate Fiction: Writing Water in a Warming World

• Shakespearean Transformations