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The Contemporary Novel (Practice as Research) at University of Kent - UCAS

University of Kent

Degree level: Postgraduate

The Contemporary Novel (Practice as Research) (Research)

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Course summary

This programme enables students to conduct a substantial piece of research that leads to the creation of a full-length contemporary novel and a piece of critical/theoretical writing on a related subject.

Assessment method

Assessment is through a 30000 word of their novel and 10000-15000 words of critical/theoretical writing.


Entry requirements

A 1st or 2nd Class Honours degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent, and normally a taught MA qualification; all applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.5 including 6.0 reading and writing or equivalent.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £2100 Year 1
England £2100 Year 1
Northern Ireland £2100 Year 1
Scotland £2100 Year 1
Wales £2100 Year 1
International £6920 Year 1

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

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The Contemporary Novel (Practice as Research) at University of Kent - UCAS