Course summary
Studied fully online via distance learning, this English masters degree at Aston University is suitable for those wanting to develop their knowledge of English language and/or literature in exciting and applied contexts. The course provides opportunities to develop advanced research skills, study a range of topics, complete a substantial individual project and explore how to apply academic learning to professional contexts. What you’ll learn The core modules introduce you to advanced study and research skills that will support you with your studies and provide opportunities to apply your learning to a range of contexts beyond the academic. You will study key theories, concepts and frameworks that will allow you to examine a wide range of texts, drawing on some of the latest research in, for example, genre studies, corpus linguistics, cognitive literary studies and digital humanities. You will be equipped to confidently apply your reading and research to non-academic and professional contexts as well as to support further academic study. The course provides the flexibility to choose from a wide range of elective modules, enabling you to tailor your masters to suit your interests and future career goals.
Assessment method
In the taught part of the programme assessments are diverse and include traditional academic essays, data analysis exercises, project reports and tasks related to a professional context. Successful completion of the taught modules is a precondition for proceeding to a 15,000-word dissertation leading to the MA.
Entry requirements
A good UK honours degree, minimum Lower Second Class (2:2) in English Language, English Literature or a related subject. Please note that transcripts must indicate some studies of English. Equivalent overseas degree recognised by Aston University. Applicants must also provide evidence of Mathematics - C/4 or above at GCSE (or equivalent).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11850 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11850 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11850 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11850 | Year 1 |
| International | £11850 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Aston University, Birmingham
Aston Triangle
Birmingham
B4 7ET