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Chatham University5,0(1)
Pittsburgh, United States

Creative Writing (Low residency)

Chatham University’s Creative Writing (Low residency) program grows from the legacy of Rachel Carson '29, a creative writer known for her social conscience. Our students understand that writing is ultimately a public act with the power to effect meaningful change. 

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$20,880/yr
University of Texas at Austin4,3(27)
Austin, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Writing

The Michener Center for Writers MFA in Writing is a three-year, fully funded residency program with a unique interdisciplinary focus. While writers apply and are admitted in a primary genre—fiction, poetry, playwriting or screenwriting—they also study a secondary genre during their time at the University of Texas at Austin. 

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$19,212/yr
Mississippi College3,5(2)
Clinton, United States

English

English from Mississippi College is one of the most underrated degrees there is. Students of English are prepared not only for careers in the field, but for any of the many careers that emphasize elocution and communication – including publishing, advertising, public relations, program development, administration and technical writing.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2
1 year$18,000/yr
University of Louisville
Louisville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Music History and Literature

The Music History and Literature at University of Louisville offers training toward two specific graduate degrees in music: Master of Music requiring a minimum of 36 credit hours of graduate credit, and Master of Music Education requiring 30 credit hours.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$31,108/yr
Bath Spa University4,2(28)
Corsham, United Kingdom

Scriptwriting

The Scriptwriting program at Bath Spa University will help you to become a more adept scriptwriter, able to work across theatre, radio, film, and television. Along with a comprehensive training in key writing skills, you’ll develop your critical thinking, creative dexterity, and coherent strategies for professional progress.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$25,023/yr
Dartmouth College4,5(6)
Hanover, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

Comparative Literature from Dartmouth College aims to introduce you to graduate education and advanced scholarly work through application-focused courses on theory and methods and basic pedagogical training.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
9 months$69,207/full
Florida Atlantic University4,1(25)
Boca Raton, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

The Comparative Literature degree from Florida Atlantic University involves two areas of study: (i) a primary literary area (French, Italian or Spanish literature) and (ii) a secondary literary or non-literary area (e.g., French, Italian, Spanish, British or American literature, film, etc.).

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$19,056/yr
University of Washington4,2(54)
Seattle, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Scandinavian Languages and Literature

The Master's Degree in Scandinavian Languages and Literature from University of Washington requires a working knowledge of the methods of literary study (historical, cultural and linguistic study of texts), including some literary criticism and theory.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$33,171/yr
Pennsylvania State University4,4(39)
University Park, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

The M.A. program in Comparative Literature at Pennsylvania State University offers a global breadth of study of literature and other cultural productions. Drawing upon multiple languages and cultural contexts, students consider new configurations such as the Global South or Inter-American studies as well as traditional regions of comparison.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$46,796/yr
Stockholm University3,9(95)
Stockholm, Sweden Top 1% in Worldwide

Literature with a Specialization in German

The master programme in Literature with a Specialization in German from Stockholm University is a two-year programme with focus on German literary studies.

M.Litt. Full-time On-campus
2 years$9,734/yr
University of Otago4,0(101)
Dunedin, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

Japanese

The Japanese programme at the University of Otago offers a comprehensive exploration of language and culture. Available as a B.A. major or minor, this full-time undergraduate course in Dunedin covers everything from manga to business. Students develop fluency and cultural literacy over three years of dedicated study.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$24,328/yr
University of Münster4,6(99)
Munster, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

National and Transnational Studies - Literature, Culture, Language

The focus of the National and Transnational Studies - Literature, Culture, Language from University of Münster is on anglophone literatures and cultures and on varieties of English, students will mainly be based in the English Department. 

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 yearsFree
Weber State University4,3(3)
Ogden, United States

English - Literature Emphasis

English - Literature Emphasis is a versatile degree that prepares you to pursue a career in a variety of industries. While studying at Weber State University, you will fine-tune your critical thinking, and your written and oral communication skills.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$57,150/yr
University Kebangsaan Malaysia4,3(35)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Top 2% in Worldwide

Malay Literature (Research)

Malay Literature (Research) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia is designed to promote independent thinking and active participation. FSSK has an impressive and proven track record in teaching, research and publication, as well as graduate employability.

M.Phil. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$8,391/yr
McGill University4,4(97)
Montréal, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

French Language and Literature

The French Language and Literature program at McGill University offers a particularly friendly and stimulating environment for students who wish to do a master's or a doctorate in the vast field of French-language literatures, literary theories or literary translation.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$15,235/yr
Keele University4,3(18)
Keele, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

English Literatures

This English Literatures degree from Keele University gives you the freedom to tailor your study through tuition and one-to-one supervision from leading specialists.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$22,526/yr
University of Bucharest4,1(119)
Bucharest, Romania Top 6% in Worldwide

British Cultural Studies

British Cultural Studies from University of Bucharest will prepare you to understand and function in an otherwise confusing multicultural, global environment no matter what career you choose.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$2,835/yr
Royal Holloway University of London4,4(63)
Egham, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature and Culture

The School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures is committed to interdisciplinary working, making it the ideal place to study for a postgraduate degree in Comparative Literature and Culture at Royal Holloway University of London. 

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$34,603/yr
DePaul University4,0(20)
Chicago, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

English Literature and Publishing

The English Literature and Publishing program at DePaul University provides an intensive knowledge of British and American English literature, as well as a robust set of skills in scholarship and criticism, allowing you to innovate in your chosen field.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
2 years$19,488/yr
The University Of Nottingham Malaysia4,1(16)
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

English with Creative Writing

The School of English of The University Of Nottingham Malaysia, renowned for its excellence in research and teaching, offers a masters in English with Creative Writing led by published authors and poets. 

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$12,618/yr

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