Literature

934 Master's degrees in Literature

University of York4,3(138)

York, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Global Literature and Culture

The Global Literature and Culture programme from University of York is a wide-ranging exploration of the cultural manifestations of colonial conquest, national identities, anti-colonial resistance and post-colonial struggles.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$35,146/yr

Leiden University4,0(130)

Leiden, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Latin American Studies (research)

The Latin American Studies (research) MA programme at Leiden University addresses cutting-edge debates on the social and cultural issues in present-day Latin America and the Caribbean region.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$25,306/yr

The University of Sydney3,9(64)

Sydney, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

English Studies

The English Studies program at The University of Sydney delves into contemporary critical theory, the enduring significance of literature in the 21st century, and Australian literary works. It offers opportunities for critical reading, explores literary history, and examines English as a global literature.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1½ year$36,971/yr

Leiden University4,0(130)

Leiden, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide

German Literature and Culture

The German Literature and Culture MA programme at Leiden University offers the largest number of German-language master’s courses in the Netherlands and covers the fields of literary and cultural studies from the Middle Ages to the present.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$25,306/yr

University of Dayton4,5(6)

Dayton, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Theological Studies

Come to the Theological Studies program from University of Dayton for top-quality, up-to-date, broad ranging theological education in biblical, historical, systematic, moral and pastoral theology.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$35,300/yr

Northwestern University4,2(54)

Online Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Literature

Through advanced literary study, students grapple with the thought and creative vision of the world’s most remarkable minds: rediscover and master classic texts while exploring exciting, contemporary works, diverse genres, and cutting-edge ideas in narrative form and interpretation. The Literature program is offered at Northwestern University.

Master Part-time Online

2 yearsTuition not available

National Cheng Kung University4,7(3)

Tainan, Taiwan Top 2% in Worldwide

Literature

Literature at National Cheng Kung University cultivates professionals with critical thinking skills, foreign language competency, transnational cultural literacy, and a commitment to local communities.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$2,167/yr

Lancaster University4,2(72)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

English Literature

Through this English Literature course from Lancaster University you will be guided throughout by a focus on the themes of world, spirit, body and place.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$34,359/yr

University of Limerick4,2(112)

Limerick, Ireland Top 3% in Worldwide

Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme

This one-year Creative Writing - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Ireland at University of Limerick offers successful students guaranteed progression* to a range of partner universities.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

9 months$19,132/full

University of South Carolina3,7(6)

Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre

The Theatre MA program offered at University of South Carolina provides students with a solid background in theatre history, literature and critical theory, while assisting the development of research skills that promote advanced scholarship of the art form.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,760/yr

University of Greenwich4,2(122)

Blackheath, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

English Literature

Study different ways of looking at and writing about London with the English Literature course from University of Greenwich. Explore literary London and how writers have responded to the city while studying in London itself.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$25,376/yr

Stanford University4,1(54)

Stanford, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Slavic Languages and Literature

The Slavic Languages and Literature programme at Stanford University offers a comprehensive study of Russian culture, literary theory, and history. Available as a full-time B.A. (Hons), M.A., or Ph.D., the degree provides students with deep linguistic expertise and access to world-class research archives in California.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$42,360/yr

KU Leuven4,1(136)

Leuven, Belgium Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Western Literature

The Master of Western Literature from KU Leuven offers an in-depth, intercultural, and comparative study of literature from different Western traditions and periods. Specialists in literatures in different languages and from almost a dozen national traditions introduce you to a broad range of theoretical and methodological perspectives.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$6,576/yr

University of Essex4,2(91)

Colchester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Audiovisual and Literary Translation

The Audiovisual and Literary Translation degree from University of Essex will allow you to further specialise in literature and literary translation, audiovisual translation, and general translation.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$32,398/yr

University Kebangsaan Malaysia4,3(35)

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Top 2% in Worldwide

Postcolonial Literature in English Language (Research)

Postcolonial Literature in English Language (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$7,041/yr

Utrecht University4,1(126)

Utrecht, Netherlands Top 2% in Worldwide

Literature Today

In the Literature Today programme at Utrecht University, you will learn to identify and critically evaluate the most recent national and international developments in literature, and to situate these from a historical perspective. You will be equipped with the tools to identify and explain the quality of literary works in times of increasing commercialisation.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,004/yr

Lund University4,5(112)

Lund, Sweden Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Literature - Culture - Media, Children's and Adolescent Literature

The aim of the Literature - Culture - Media, Children's and Adolescent Literature programme from Lund University is to strengthen students’ historical knowledge and theoretical understanding of relations between literature, culture and modern media.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$14,602/yr

University of Denver4,7(6)

Denver, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Professional Creative Writing

Professional Creative Writing from University of Denver helps students cultivate your writing skills, learn how to offer work to publishers and agents, and lay the foundation for creating a personal brand.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1½ year$41,232/yr

Old Dominion University4,3(12)

Online Top 5% in Worldwide

Reading Specialist Endorsement

Reading Specialist Endorsement at Old Dominion University is designed to provide professional training for prospective reading specialists, literacy coaches, and elementary- and secondary-level reading teachers or a general master's degree in reading.

Master Full-time +2 Online

1½ year$12,980/yr

School of Advanced Study, University of London5,0(1)

London, United Kingdom

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.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time +2 On-campus

$24,126/yr