Course summary
The MA in Children's Literature and Literacies gives you an opportunity to deepen your passion for literature written for children through research-led modules that engage with emerging frameworks and debates. Supported by a team of academic specialists, you will investigate theories of literacy development, and the learning and reading experiences of children and young people through interdisciplinary, inclusive, and current approaches. You will critically explore ‘classic’ texts and contemporary publications across a range of genres, ranging from poetry, picture books and non-fiction to graphic novels and digital applications, aimed at readers from 0-18. You will examine the nature of literacy and literature in a digital age, their current existence and future directions. This MA will foster your academic capabilities and individual interests through conceptual and empirical research. Please note: This course is only available to study part time.
Modules
Children’s Literate Lives Children’s Literature; Words, Pictures, Voices Researching Children’s Literature and Literacies Children’s Literacies: Now, New, Next Poetics and Politics of Identity Critiquing and Theorising Literature Dissertation
Assessment method
Here at BGU we aim to make assessment an integral part of your learning, with each assignment outline is developed to reflect your own working reality and the precise format is negotiated with a tutor. Students looking to study the MA Children’s Literature and Literacies course can expect to undertake a range of assessment which include written essays, presentations, portfolios and reports, as well as practical tasks. Each of the module assessments will focus on the skills required for the elements contributing to the undertaking of a research project and the writing of a research report, ensuring that students are developing their power of critical inquiry, independent judgement and a creative application to their learning.
Entry requirements
Students looking to study this course will need to have obtained or be predicted to obtain an undergraduate honours degree with a minimum of lower second class honours (or equivalent). Prospective students may be required to attend a consultation with the programme leader or a member of the academic team before commencing the course (this may be a telephone conversation if appropriate), and all are welcome to arrange a campus visit before enrolment. If you have any questions about the entry requirements for this course, please contact our Enquiries Team for advice on +44 (0)1522 583658 or by emailing: [email protected]. Bishop Grosseteste University is committed to widening access and participation and we adhere to a strict policy of non-discrimination
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £1445 | Module |
| Republic of Ireland | £1445 | Module |
| England | £1445 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £1445 | Module |
| Scotland | £1445 | Module |
| Wales | £1445 | Module |
| EU | £1445 | Module |
| International | £1445 | Module |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Part-time Tuition Fee
Per 30 credit module
Provider information
Lincoln Bishop University
Lincoln
LN1 3DY