Children's and Young Adult Literature

Entry requirements

This programme is open to applicants with an honours primary degree, minimum H2.1 (Level 8 NFQ) in a related subject.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This is the only postgraduate degree in Ireland that specifically focuses on young adult literature.

As Ireland’s longest-running master’s in Children’s and Young Adult Literature, DCU’s MA attracts students with a deep and long-standing fascination with children's and/or young adult literature. They enrol for various reasons. Some do it simply because they have a strong passion for these types of literature, while others see it as a way to advance their careers.

Our graduates have used the programme to further their aspirations as writers, while some have pursued doctoral studies.

The programme accommodates these different motivations and goals by providing a comprehensive course of study on the history and evolution of children's and young adult literature from the 17th to the 21st century. It also introduces students to critical research areas in the field.

The MA in Children's and Young Adult Literature at DCU offers a unique and supportive academic environment with expert faculty, diverse modules, collaborations with Children's Books Ireland, guest lectures by leading academics and writers such as Irish Authors Deirdre Sullivan and Dave Rudden as well as access to special collections of award-winning childrens and young adult texts, making it an excellent choice for those passionate about the subject.

You may also be interested in our MA in Children’s and Young Adult Literature Blog where you can read about our research and events, and all things children’s literature related.