MLitt in Comparative Literature

The MLitt in Comparative Literature explores the transnational understanding of literature and culture, providing students with a critical evaluation of classical and contemporary theoretical approaches combined with the intensive study of a broad range of texts across national, cultural, and linguistic borders, and the relations between them.

Course details

The MLitt in Comparative Literature is a one-year taught program run by the School of Modern Languages. The program explores the transnational understanding of literature and culture. It aims to provide training in traditional and new research techniques.

Highlights

• Students engage with traditional and new approaches to comparative literature, deepening their understanding of the field, and working with texts both in their original languages and in English translation
• Small class sizes provide a close-knit postgraduate community and friendly environment
• Innovative core and optional modules allow students to explore new approaches to reading texts and reflecting on their critical practices
• A wide range of optional modules provides the opportunity to take modules from other disciplines
• One-on-one specialist dissertation supervision is available from across the broad range of research interests within the School of Modern Languages.

The University of St Andrews has a world-class reputation and offers a wider student experience with a diverse range of social activities, including over 150 student societies and 50 sports clubs. Historic buildings are juxtaposed against the modern facilities, and the many student traditions truly make studying at St Andrews an unforgettable experience.

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Why St Andrews

St Andrews is a unique place to study and live. Nestled on the east coast of Scotland, students may find themselves crossing golf courses on their way to class, or jogging along the beach after dinner. Not only does the University have a world-class reputation, but it also offers a diverse range of social activities, including over 140 student societies and 50 sports clubs. Historic buildings are juxtaposed against the modern facilities, and the many student traditions truly make studying at St Andrews an unforgettable experience.