English MA (Hons)

Our English degree offers a comprehensive study of English-language literature from around the world.

You will gain keen insights into the historical, critical and cultural contexts of a wide array of writing produced in the early modern period up to the present day.

You will develop and enhance your ability to express your ideas with confidence, accuracy and flair.

This degree covers major and emerging literary genres, from satire to science fiction, in prose, drama and poetry.

We also specialise in the Gothic tradition and the study of literary adaptation into other forms, such as films, comics and graphic novels.

Throughout the course you will be able to explore classics like Shakespeare and Jane Austen, or modern writers like Toni Morrison, based on your developing interests.

Our degree employs a diversity of teaching and assessment methods.

You will learn by lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops, and produce critical and creative essays, journals and presentations.

You can also choose to work on a substantial research Dissertation in your final year.

Our core and option modules cover topics such as:

• English-language literature from the 16th century to the 21st century. This includes Early Modern, Romantic, Victorian, Modernist and Contemporary Literature
• Gothic and Horror
• Science Fiction
• Scottish Literature
• African Literature
• American Literature
• Theatre and Performance Studies
• Comics and Graphic Novels
• Adaptation Studies
• Post-colonial Approaches
• Gender Studies 

Our English degree will enrich your understanding of literary culture and society. You will gain advanced critical thinking, research and communication skills.

This degree will support you in your ambitions beyond university. Recent graduates have gone on to pursue successful careers in fields such as:

• creative and cultural industries
• teaching professions
• media and communications 

We have a lively literary culture and offer extra-curricular opportunities such as:

• Dundee University Review of the Arts (DURA), which will give you a platform to publish your own critical writing
• the student-run magazine The Magdalen, which provides an opportunity for editorial experience

The English course runs a regular series of guest talks, masterclasses and workshops from the literary and publishing worlds.

Our guests have included editors at major companies like Penguin Random House, as well as bestselling authors and professionals working in leading educational and cultural institutions.

Partnerships with V&A Dundee and other local, national and international organisations mean our students enjoy ample opportunities to work directly with the creative and cultural industries.