The programme will appeal if you are interested in combining the study of ÔseriousÕ literature with popular writing, womenÕs literature, and topics such as Empire, American national identity, the Victorian period, Holocaust and Second World War, approached as interdisciplinary case studies from the perspective of literature, history, popular culture and print culture.Ê
The course enables you to work across subject boundaries and provides excellent preparation if you wish to pursue a PhD in the future.
- Combine the study of literature with modern and contemporary culture and history;
- Benefit from a distinct interdisciplinary curriculum;
- Study a combination of subjects which are not commonly available within a single MA;
- Study a programme taught by a supportive team of specialist tutors with interests in literature, popular culture, genre studies, modern history, print culture and gender studies.
Career Prospects
Graduates in the humanities with a higher degree find employment in a wide variety of careers such as teaching, arts organisation and management, the heritage industry, publishing, advertising, journalism, libraries and learning centres, and management/administration.Alternatively, upon successful completion of the programme, you may wish to apply to progress onto a research degree such as an MPhil or PhD.
