English - MA
Launch your career in publishing, media or academia with UL Master’s degree in English. Gain independent research skills and unlock a doctoral degree.
Key information
NFQ Level
NFQ Level 9 Major
Duration
One year or two years
Attendance
Full-time or Part-time
Programme type
Taught, Professional / Flexible
Delivery
In-person
Start date
September
Award
Masters
Do you admire the power and beauty of words and want to build your career around them?
UL’s Master’s in English offers a multicultural learning environment where you’ll develop independent research and self-directed learning skills essential for your future career. Guided by award-winning teachers, you’ll enhance your analytical and critical thinking skills and complete an original research thesis.
This programme is ideal for students interested in English and Anglophone literature, who also aim to deepen their understanding of a how language works and how it can be used to effectively communicate ideas and arguments.
The programme prepares its graduates for doctoral study or careers in media, publishing, academia, and beyond.
During this programme, you will
- Explore key areas including Irish studies, modernism, postcolonialism, gender and sexuality, and early modern literature.
- Develop advanced research and critical thinking skills.
- Learn from award-winning faculty who are active researchers and published authors.
- Complete a substantial original research thesis.
- Build the foundation for doctoral study or careers in writing, publishing, and academia.
Area(s) of interest
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