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MA Children’s Literature

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    MA 1 year (full-time); 2-4 years (part-time)

Course Description

This degree provides a rigorous course that interrogates the literary, creative, social, cultural, political and historical contexts in the field of children’s literature. You will explore landmark books such as The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe or The Railway Children, alongside the contemporary innovations of Jacqueline Woodson or Emily Gravett.

You will work with staff who have international reputations in areas such as philosophy in children’s literature, popular fiction, adolescence and Young Adult, early children’s books, and writing for young people. You will also benefit from a series of guest speakers, extra-curricular activities and field trips that will enhance your student experience and ensure you get the most out of your studies.

Entry Requirements

A good second-class honours degree in English Lit/English Lit combined degree (if you have a degree in another discipline, please provide evidence of literary studies in your transcript or personal statement).

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Module Details

Compulsory

  • Critical and Theoretical Perspectives
  • Archives

Optional

  • Form and Genre 1
  • Form and Genre 2
  • Fiction for Young Readers: Visual Narratives
  • Print Culture
  • Creative Arts in the Community
  • Publishing Contexts

Compulsory (MA students only)

  • Dissertation OR Creative Dissertation

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