About the course

Opportunity to develop specialist research interests via nine flexible ‘pathways’

　　Develop an enhanced understanding of literature and media in their historical and cultural contexts, and foster your communication and analytical skills

　　Ideal for students wishing to extend and enhance their studies before starting their career and work with the department’s internationally recognised Research Centres and Groups

　　Specifically designed for those seeking high level training prior to embarking on doctoral research

　　Excellent facilities on campus include our Special Collections featuring the papers of internationally important writers, The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum which is a unique film and popular culture resource and our Digital Humanities Lab. Exeter has also recently been awarded UNESCO City of Literature status Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£22,500

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Exeter
Autumn (September), 2025	Exeter

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Exeter

Normally a minimum 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent, preferably in English (which is defined as English Literature, English and American Studies, etc.) or related disciplines (which are defined as Film Studies, Drama, Creative Writing, or any degree with a significant component of cultural or literary analysis). Applicants whose native language is not English will be required to provide evidence of a very high standard of written English. NOTE: applicants with degrees in English language only do not meet the standard criteria. IELTS (Academic) - Overall score 7.0 with a minimum score of 6.5 in the writing component and all other sections no less than 6.0, TOEFL IBT* - Overall score 100 with minimum scores of 25 for writing, 21 for listening, 22 for reading and 23 for speaking.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　The next application deadline is 03 May 2024

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Exeter. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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