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Overview

The MA Modern and Contemporary Literature degree at Essex offers an in-depth exploration of twentieth and twenty-first-century literature, emphasizing world literature beyond the English canon. Students engage with diverse genres and cultural traditions through innovative reading methods. The curriculum combines traditional research with contemporary literary analysis.

Application Timeline

  1. October 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. June 24, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
England£10,500£10,500
Northern Ireland£10,500£10,500
Scotland£10,500£10,500
Wales£10,500£10,500
Channel Islands£10,500£10,500
Republic of Ireland£10,500£10,500
EU£22,750£22,750
International£22,750£22,750

Requirements

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About

Program Highlights

The MA Modern and Contemporary Literature degree at Essex offers a unique perspective on literature and culture from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.

Curriculum Focus

  • Study of world literature in English, beyond the traditional English canon.
  • Exploration of literature across various dimensions: time, geography, and genre.
  • Combination of traditional scholarly research with innovative reading methods.

Diverse Literary Exploration

As a postgraduate student, you will:

  • Engage with a wide range of writings, including lyric poetry and contemporary fiction.
  • Study various literary and cultural traditions, from early
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Subject Area Information

English literature is a rich and diverse field of study that delves into the written works produced in the English language, encompassing a wide range of genres, historical periods, and cultural contexts.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to English Literature

  • 2. Shakespearean Studies

  • 3. Romantic Literature

  • 4. Modernist Literature

  • 5. Postcolonial Literature

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Critical Thinking
  • Writing
  • Research
  • Communication
  • Cultural Awareness

Career

Graduates with a degree in English literature can pursue a variety of careers that utilize their critical skills and understanding of literary traditions.

Potential Professions
  • Teaching

    Educating students at the secondary or post-secondary level.

  • Publishing

    Working as editors, literary agents, or publishers.

  • Writing

    Becoming authors, journalists, or content creators.

  • Librarianship

    Managing collections and assisting patrons in libraries.

  • Public Relations

    Crafting communication strategies for organizations.

  • Law

    Utilizing strong analytical and writing skills in legal professions.

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