Graduate
Master of English Studies
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Master of English Studies at the University of Sydney examines contemporary critical theory, the enduring significance of literature in the 21st century, and Australian literary works, spanning critical reading, literary history and English as a global literature. Students complete 72 credit points, including at least 24 credit points of core units and a capstone, drawing on a department ranked first in Australia and 18th globally for English language and literature.
The course suits research students, secondary school teachers and anyone studying English literature at an advanced level. Graduates move into teaching, publishing, writing and research roles that reward critical thinking and adaptability.
Fees & duration
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Admissions
Entry in the 1 or 1.5 year degree program is determined by the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) criteria below. Admission to candidature for 1.5 years full-time requires: a bachelor's degree with a major in English Literature and a minimum credit (65%) average calculated over the whole degree, from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification. Admission to candidature 1 year full-time requires: completion of the requirements for the embedded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in English Studies with a minimum credit (65%) average, or an equivalent qualification; or an Honours degree in a relevant discipline. If you do not meet the requirements listed above for direct entry to the Master’s degree, you may be able to enter via a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in the same subject area and upgrade to the Master’s after successful completion of the shorter course.
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