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English Literature at University of Sheffield - UCAS

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Course summary

Explore the breadth and depth of English literature through fiction, film, prose and creative writing. Focus on a particular time period, genre or theme on our flexible MA programme. Course description Our modules embody the range of eras, forms and specialisms of English reflected in the school. You can choose to focus your studies in a particular area - such as Gothic literature, film studies, contemporary, modern or early modern writing and literary linguistics among others, or choose from any of the modules to create a degree that best suits your interests. Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.


How to apply

International applicants

English requirements: IELTS 7.5 (with 7 in each component) or University equivalent

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject. You will be required to provide a portfolio submission of written work from your undergraduate degree level study, such as a dissertation or essay on an English topic. Subject requirements We accept degrees in the following subject areas: English Language, English Literature, History, Linguistics, Modern Languages, Philosophy. Your degree should be in an Arts and Humanities or Social Sciences subject. View an indicative list of degree titles we would consider on our website. We also consider a wide range of international qualifications. We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course. The lists of required degree subjects and modules are indicative only. Sometimes we may accept subjects or modules that aren’t listed, and sometimes we may not accept subjects or modules that are listed, depending on the content studied.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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://sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/2026/english-literature-ma#feesfunding
English Literature at University of Sheffield - UCAS