Course summary
"Explore 19th century English literature in-depth with a master’s degree at the University of Southampton. Our course gives you the opportunity to specialise in the culture and history of the 19th century, covering topics such as: key debates in 19th century studies; the literary marketplace and its cultures; changes to aesthetics and taste during the 19th century; issues of gender, race, class, science and capitalism; material culture and print culture You’ll get the chance to carry out advanced-level research and independent critical thinking, and to make effective use of archives, manuscripts, and research libraries. This pathway is linked to the Southampton Centre for Nineteenth-Century Research, where an interdisciplinary group of over 70 staff, student and external researchers debate key issues in 19th century studies. The centre also hosts events including guest speakers, seminars and conferences. We offer a flexible module structure which is designed to give you an advanced understanding of cultural analysis, textual interpretation and theoretical method."
Modules
"Compulsory modules include: Adventures in Literary Research; Approaches to the Long 19th Century (1789-1914); English Dissertation. Optional modules include: Approaches to Critical and Creative Concepts; Approaches to Shakespeare, Past and Present; Literary Industries and New Media; Narrative Non-Fiction: From Literary Journalism to Memoir; Nation, Culture, Power. For a full list of modules please visit: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/english-literary-studies-nineteenth-century-masters-ma#modules"
Assessment method
We'll assess your knowledge through: essays, projects and 15,000 word thesis.
How to apply
International applicants
English language: Band D, IELTS 6.5 overall score with at least 6.5 in Reading and Writing and at least 6.0 in Speaking and Listening.
Entry requirements
"You’ll need a 2:1 degree in English literature or a related subject. You will also need to provide a sample of written work for assessment. The sample should be approximately 2,500 words in length."
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | with no component below 6.0 |
All programmes at the University of Southampton are taught and assessed in the medium of English (other than those in modern foreign languages). Therefore, all applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency.
Find out more about the University’s English Language requirements
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/fees/postgraduate.page
Sponsorship information
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ