Overview

In the English programme from University of Worcester you will undertake a special study of evolving literary forms and genres, analysing the way in which forms emerge and genres change in response to social and cultural pressures.

Students will be encouraged to develop new specialist interests and research skills in the context of the interdisciplinary Modern Humanities which will culminate in an independent dissertation. Your dissertation will allow you to specialise in a subject of your own choosing, and work with individual guidance from an academic expert to produce a piece of ambitious literary research.

Key features

Specialise in your chosen subject within the interdisciplinary environment of the modern Humanities
Study the complexity and evolution of literary genres
Study exciting contemporary themes such as the relationship between literature and medical science
Develop your research skills to postgraduate standard, equipping you for professional research or application for doctoral study
Gain relevant work experience while you study

Join the thriving research culture of the School of Humanities and gain experience presenting your work at a postgraduate conference

Where could it take you?

As a graduate of Masters programmes in English you can work in a wide variety of careers, including:

Media, including editing, production, copywriting, etc.
Journalism, including print, broadcast, and digital media
Teaching, at compulsory and post-compulsory levels
Arts administration
Charitable and voluntary sectors
Civil Service
Human Resources
Retail management
Doctoral research and academic careers

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Approaches in the Humanities and Arts
Professional Development
Digital Editing Project
The New Humanities
Evolving Genres
Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 13 months
Part-time
- 23 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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More details

You can apply for postgraduate taught courses any time, but preferably before the start of the academic year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Worcester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a first degree in a relevant discipline, of at least Second Class Honours. Relevant subjects include, for example, English Literature, Cultural Studies, Comparative Literature, Creative Writing, etc.

Applicants will be invited to an informal interview.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

18400 GBP / year

≈ 18400 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9730 GBP / year

≈ 9730 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time

UK and EU: £788 per 15 credits
International: £1,492 per 15 credits

Living costs

Worcester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Where could it take you?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Worcester

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