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University College London

Masters Degree , Comparative Literature

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Course Description

This interdisciplinary MA is taught on an interdepartmental basis by staff who cover an exceptionally wide range of expertise. The flexible nature of the programme enables students to develop their own interests whilst gaining a thorough understanding of modern literary theory and comparative literature.

Students develop a thorough understanding of modern theories of literature, the contexts of literature and the interaction between literatures, and gain practical experience in comparative literary studies. The programme also develops the critical and analytical skills necessary for research in this field.

Course Content

Compulsory modules

Core Course: Comparative Literary Studies (30 credits); Core Course: Literary Theory (30 credits)

  • Modern Literary Theory
  • Comparative Literary Studies
  • Dissertation

There are three compulsory modules: Comparative Literary Studies (30 credits, Term 1); Modern Literary Theory (30 credits, Term 2); and the Dissertation (60 credits, Terms 3 & 4)

Optional modules

Click here for a full list of all PG (MA/MSc) modules in SELCS/CMII. With the agreement of their Programme Convenor, students are welcome to choose any relevant modules from across other MA programmes in SELCS/CMII as well as from other UCL departments.

The MA in Comparative Literature is highly flexible and courses can be taken in a number of units including, for example, SELCS, SSEES and SOAS.

 

Entry Requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

English language requirements

If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency.

The English language level for this programme is: Advanced

Additional Information

Part-time students will normally take half of their courses in Year 1 and the other half, including the dissertation, in Year 2.

Fee deposit: All full time students are required to pay a fee deposit of £1,000 for this programme. All part-time students are required to pay a fee deposit of £500.

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