MSc English and International Education

Study English literature modules with the School of English while also studying modules integrating and exploring theory and practice in the field of International Education with the International Education and Lifelong Learning Institute (IELLI). This degree will uniquely prepare you for PhD study in English Literature as well as for a future career in International Education, or any professional career where the ability to read critically, analyse carefully, and write to an expert level is paramount.

School of English modules introduce students to the central debates, ideas and concepts that have shaped literary studies today, while looking ahead to future innovations. International Education modules support students in exploring how educational theory can be applied to real-word situations through practical learning and assessment tasks, such as materials development activities.

Highlights

• Half of the taught credits are chosen from the modules for the MLitt in English Literature and the other half are in International Education, giving students the opportunity to explore both subjects.
• Conduct original research and write a dissertation in either English Literature or International Education, allowing you to explore your own interests.
• Develop an understanding of important current debates and new directions in literary criticism and critical theory.
• Join experienced practitioners and scholars in the International Education teaching community, with opportunities to be involved in ongoing professional development events and our annual English for Academic Purposes (EAP) conference.
• International Education modules are taught by an interdisciplinary team from different parts of the University and by guest speakers to provide input from a range of academic and practical backgrounds.
• Interact with a global cohort of students, studying both in St Andrews and online, through module learning activities.

While the programme does not include an assessed teaching placement or practicum, it supports students in exploring how theory can be applied to real-word situations through: 

• practical learning and assessment tasks
• materials development activities