English Literary Studies

Entry requirements

Upper second-class degree or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University in English literature or a cognate discipline.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Explore English literature in-depth with a master’s degree at the University of Southampton - ranked among the top 100 universities globally (QS World University Rankings, 2023) and 10th in the UK for English (Complete University Guide, 2023).

Our course gives you the opportunity to pursue literary topics and genres from a wide selection of authors and periods, including Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Holocaust literature, Victorian print culture, literature and law.

Our Digital Humanities facilities will allow you to study and research through cutting edge technology, such as virtual reality, 3D scanners and printers, and a 360 degree fully immersive audiovisual centre.

On completion of the course, you’ll be ready for careers in teaching, publishing and arts administration.

Information for international students

All applicants must demonstrate they possess at least a minimum standard of English language proficiency. Applicants requiring a visa to study in the UK who do not offer GCSE English language (or GCSE English) at the required level will need to meet the following English language proficiency requirement.

English language: Band C, IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components.

Fees and funding

A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page