The University of Nottingham
Comparative Literature MA MA
The University of Nottingham

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Do you believe that literature holds the key to better understanding a country and its people? Do you have a passion for gaining insights into other cultures?

This MA will allow you to study a range of literatures in either their original or translated forms. You will examine the way cultures interact and be provided with relevant theories to use as a research framework.

We specialise in French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian and Serbian/Croatian, the Americas and Africa. This programme provides one of the most comprehensive comparative literature coverages in the UK.

You may also choose to acquire skills in literary translation.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Comparative Literature MA, MA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

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About The University of Nottingham

The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.

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Student composition of The University of Nottingham

undergraduates:
27810
postgraduates:
7620
Total:
35430
Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Comparative Literary Studies”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

University Park Campus
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