MA in Modernities: Literature, Theory & Culture (Romantics to Present)
Explore the evolution of modernity through British, American, and European literature and theory in this advanced MA programme.
Best for:Best for graduates in English, literary studies, or related humanities disciplines with a keen interest in literary theory, cultural analysis, and modernist literature.
Overview
This Master of Arts programme at University College Cork offers advanced study of American and British literature and cultural forms from the eighteenth century to the present. Students engage with theoretical works on modernity, examining how literary and cultural expressions reflect and shape societal changes. The curriculum blends literary analysis with theoretical frameworks, encouraging critical thinking and interdisciplinary perspectives. Applicants should demonstrate a strong academic background in English or related fields and a passion for literary theory and cultural studies. The programme emphasizes personal statements and supplementary questions to assess fit and motivation.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced study of American and British literature from the eighteenth century to the present.
- Analyze theoretical works pertaining to the concept of modernity and its cultural implications.
- Develop critical thinking and interdisciplinary research skills through literary and theoretical frameworks.
- Participate in seminars and discussions focused on modernist and contemporary literary movements.
- Complete a research project or dissertation under faculty supervision, demonstrating expertise in literary theory.
- Contribute to the academic community through presentations, workshops, or collaborative projects.
Requirements
Degree required: Primary degree with Second Class Honours Grade I (NFQ Level 8) or higher in English or a cognate subject, or equivalent qualification.
Language: English; university-approved proficiency level for non-native speakers (details available on the PG English Language Requirements page).
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in English or related humanities disciplines.
- Ability to write a compelling 500-word personal statement addressing programme-specific questions.
- Familiarity with literary theory and critical analysis methods.
- Proficiency in academic research and critical reading.
- Experience with providing letters of reference for academic applications.
- Applicants must meet the required academic grade equivalent to Irish requirements.
- North American students must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.3.
- Non-EU applicants may have a deadline of no later than 15 June if places are not filled earlier.
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Deadline: Rolling deadline; open until all places are filled (Non-EU deadline: 15 June 2025 or earlier if filled) · open until filled
Applicants must submit an online application through the University College Cork portal. Required documents include a personal statement (500 words), supplementary online questions, academic transcripts, and letters of reference. Non-EU applicants should follow the international student application procedure. Early application is strongly advised.
- CV or academic resume
- 500-word personal statement addressing programme-specific questions
- Supplementary online questions
- Academic transcripts (BSc + MSc if applicable)
- Letters of reference (number may vary based on committee request)
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
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