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233 Master's degrees in Literature in United Kingdom
Writing for Young People
The Writing for Young People programme offered by Bath Spa University is designed for writers for children, teenagers and young adults who aim to complete a novel, series of picture books or shorter stories for young children. It's a practical course, taught by experienced lecturers who are all published children's writers and/or industry professionals.

English Literary Studies (Postcolonial and World Literatures) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) English Literary Studies (Postcolonial and World Literatures) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.

Comparative Literature
The Comparative Literature programme at The University of Edinburgh draws on world-class teaching and research expertise across literatures, languages and cultures, from Scotland to Asia, Scandinavia to the Middle East. It can also be completed part-time over two years.

English Literature
Deepen your love of literature and learn how to analyse a range of texts with the English Literature programme from University of Birmingham. Explore a range of literary periods or specialise on one of the pathways.
History of the Book
The MA in History of the Book at the School of Advanced Study, University of London, is a one-year full-time or part-time programme. This degree provides an in-depth exploration of the creation, distribution, and reading of books, offering students valuable insights into the historical, cultural, and technological contexts of literature.
Children's Literature - Children's Illustration
Immerse yourself in exploring professional and practical approaches to children’s illustration with the help of the Children's Literature - Children's Illustration programme offered by Goldsmiths, University of London.

English Literature - Pre-Master’s Programme
The English Literature - Pre-Master’s Programme at OnCampus Hull is a two semester programme, with guaranteed progression to the University of Hull. You will study your Master's programme at our Centre located at the heart of the University of Hull campus.
Early Modern English Literature - Books That Matter
The Early Modern English Literature - Books That Matter MA at King's College London is a distinguished programme that spans one year for full-time students. This master's degree offers an immersive experience, focusing on the exploration of pivotal literary texts from the early modern period, through both traditional and innovative approaches.

Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.
Literary and Critical Theory
The Department of English and Comparative Literature offers a stimulating environment for undertaking postgraduate research in critical theory and, more broadly, the relationship between philosophy, literature, and other cultural forms. The Literary and Critical Theory programme is offered at the Goldsmiths, University of London.

English Literary Studies (Eighteenth Century) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) English Literary Studies (Eighteenth Century) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.

English Literature
Research in the Department of English brings the core values of our discipline - textual scholarship, critical and theoretical analysis, and contextual knowledge - to the dynamic and changing field of English literary studies. University of Bristol offers the English Literature programme.

English Literary Studies (Nineteenth Century) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP)
This one-year (2-semester) English Literary Studies (Nineteenth Century) - Pre-Master's Programme (PMP) from OnCampus Southampton offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Southampton.

English Literature
The English Literature program at Northumbria University is taught by internationally recognised scholars in English Literature. You’ll work with cutting-edge research-active staff to push forward the latest developments in literary criticism.
Comparative Literature and Culture and German (5 years)
Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and cultures.

Shakespeare
Immerse yourself in the world of Shakespeare in his beautiful hometown, Stratford-upon-Avon with the Shakespeare programme at University of Birmingham.
Scriptwriting (Hons)
The Scriptwriting (Hons) degree at Bath Spa University is an MA programme designed for aspiring writers. This course spans one year for full-time students and two years for part-time attendees. It offers a practical approach to scriptwriting across various media, fostering creativity and collaboration in a vibrant academic environment.

Renaissance Literature 1500-1700
The Renaissance Literature 1500-1700 programme from University of York is an intensive and exciting survey of the literary culture of the 16th and 17th centuries. The transformations in religion, politics, the technologies of writing and publication, science and global exploration, which continue to resonate today, prompted some of the most vibrant, difficult, and rewarding writing ever produced.
Creative Writing: Innovation and Experiment
The University of Salford offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Creative Writing: Innovation and Experiment. This programme can be pursued either full-time over one year or part-time across two years, providing flexibility for students. It is designed for those seeking to enhance their writing skills and explore innovative practices in a vibrant academic environment.
Gaelic Studies
The Gaelic Studies programme of the University of Aberdeen is leading research and teaching in Gaelic literature, society and culture.