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286 Best Literature Degree Programs for 2024

With 286 top Literature degree programs available in 2024, our curated list is your gateway to finding the ideal course that aligns with your career aspirations and academic goals.

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Bachelor's Degree in Spanish Language and Literature

Univesidad Rey Juan Carlos

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Spain

Literature, Modern Literature

Bachelor's Degree

Solid training in Spanish language and literature that allows for work in different professional fields related to teaching, research, and linguistic and literary documentation, as well as those related to communication. The Spanish language is spoken by more than four hundred million people, which implies a strong demand for professionals in the knowledge and use of the language and presents a great opportunity for the performance of these types of activities.

Spanish

4 Years

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Modern and Contemporary Literature

The University of Manchester

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United Kingdom

Literature, Modern Literature

Master of Arts (MA)

Our MA Modern and Contemporary Literature master's course offers an opportunity to become part of a dynamic group of researchers working in 20th and 21st century literature, culture and theory. You will undertake an intensive and challenging investigation of the broad field of modern and contemporary writing. Units provide opportunities to study modernisms, postcolonial writing, cultural theory, radical subcultures, American culture, contemporary fiction and much more.

English

1 Year

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Master In Creative Direction, Content & Branding

IE University

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Spain

Communication, Creative Writing, Marketing, Marketing and Communications, Digital Marketing

Master of Science (MSc)

In today’s world, we are constantly bombarded by branding, messages and content. The ability to merge creativity with management is more crucial than ever. We know content is king, but how can you help your brand stand out? The Master in Creative Direction, Content & Branding is an intensive 10-month program that will help you conceive, drive and implement creative projects from the beginning to the end, helping you to understand the full creative process. The program equips you with the tools to craft compelling content and visual projects that resonate with audiences.

English

10 Months

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Bachelor's Degree in Humanities

Università degli Studi di Milano

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Italy

Literature

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

The Bachelor's degree in Humanities offers a comprehensive education in the humanities disciplines, focusing on literature, linguistics, philology, history, and culture. Students develop analytical and interpretative skills through the study of literary texts and historical documents, enhancing their writing and communication abilities. This program prepares graduates for careers in education, publishing, journalism, and cultural fields, valuing the literary and historical heritage.

Italian

3 Years

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Creative Writing and Journalism BA Honours

Middlesex University Online

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Online

United Kingdom

Communication, Journalism, Literature, Creative Writing, Arts

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

With our journalism and creative writing course you don't have to pick between the two areas of interest. Our course offers the unique experience of combining both subjects, so you can develop your skills as a writer across different styles.

Master of fine Arts in Creative Writing

Seattle Pacific University College of Arts and Science

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United States of America (USA)

Literature, Creative Writing, Arts

Master of Arts (MA)

The low-residency MFA at SPU is a creative writing program for apprentice writers — both Christians and those of other faith traditions — who not only want to pursue excellence in the craft of writing but also place their work within the larger context of world literature by writers of faith.

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing

Temple University College of Liberal Arts

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities, Literature, Creative Writing

Master's Degree

Our MFA students work closely with faculty in fiction and poetry over the course of two years, participating in small workshops and one-on-one tutorials as well as special topics, literature and craft classes. Students can also take electives in the humanities, arts, theater, film and other graduate programs throughout the university. Become a part of a close-knit cohort within a thriving urban setting.

Master of Liberal Arts

Houston Baptist University

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities, History, Philosophy, Cultural Heritage, Museum Studies, Foreign Languages and Literatures, Literature, Liberal Arts, Art History, Modern Literature

Master's Degree

The mission of the Master of Liberal Arts (MLA) is to provide a broad and balanced spectrum of graduate courses that are interdisciplinary in nature and focused on the moral, aesthetic, and intellectual values of the liberal arts. The Master of Liberal Arts program at HBU is dedicated to training students in the classical model of education, preparing them to serve in a variety of professions and vocations. The degree is designed for students desiring a broad and deep course of study in the liberal arts with an emphasis on the Great Books of the Western Tradition.

Writing Popular Fiction (M.F.A.)

Seton Hill University

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United States of America (USA)

Literature, Creative Writing

Master of Arts (MA)

Faculty in this program are published authors who are also experienced professors and scholars in the fields of writing and popular fiction. In addition, you will have mentors - also published authors - who will work with you personally on your writing. As a student in this program, you will learn the business of freelance writing, from establishing your brand name as a genre author to finding agents and submitting to book publishers. Seton Hill's Writing Popular Fiction Program also provides training in the teaching of writing as a potential career option (graduates with an M.F.A. are equipped to teach at the postsecondary level), in addition to fostering careers in: Publishing - Editing - Bookselling - Marketing

MA in English

Salisbury University - Perdue School of Business

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United States of America (USA)

Foreign Languages and Literatures, Linguistics, Literature

Master of Arts (MA)

The English Department at Salisbury University offers a variety of Master of Arts and post-baccalaureate opportunities for students wishing to further their study in various fields. While every graduate student’s experience ultimately depends on the energy, dedication, and imagination a student devotes to their studies, Salisbury University’s M.A.

Master of Arts in English

University of Arkansas at Monticello School of Arts & Humanities

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities, Foreign Languages and Literatures, Literature

Master of Arts (MA)

Master of Arts in English provides an opportunity to talented and highly self-disciplined individuals to earn an MA tailored to fit their lifestyles, interests, and goals and to develop their writing, critical thinking, and literary analysis skills to an exemplary level through study under successful and dedicated instructors from a range of backgrounds and aesthetic perspectives. Our program offering includes four (4) concentrations: Literature, Children’s and Adolescent Literature, Rhetoric and Writing, and Creative Writing. The mission of the MA program is directly related to the mission of the university in that it enhances individuals’ abilities to think creatively and critically, to effectively communicate, to be technologically literate, to appreciate and contribute to the cultures of their communities and beyond, and to possess awareness and sensitivity to global issues.

Master of Letters in Arts & Letters

Drew University

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities, Literature

Master's Degree

Arts and Letters is a graduate liberal studies program designed with working professionals in mind. Through a diverse set of course offerings, you’ll work on analytical and creative thinking. Our faculty mentors will collaborate with you to synthesize your ideas, hone your writing, improve your presentation skills, and expand your thinking.

English

2 Years

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MA Contemporary Art Practice

Royal College of Art

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United Kingdom

Modern Literature, Arts, Fine Arts, Design

Master of Arts (MA)

Contemporary Art Practice (CAP) at the Royal College of Art is a cutting-edge MA programme in the School of Arts & Humanities that is driven by a post-medium, critical approach to the making and reception of art, where theory and practice come together to form new ways of responding to the contemporary world. The programme supports the development of your art practice within a responsive, dialogical and critical context with an emphasis on wider political issues – interrogating art production in relation to urgent socio-political contexts as well as questioning and redefining practice.

English

1 Year

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MA Contemporary Art Theory

Goldsmiths, University of London

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United Kingdom

Cultural Heritage, Art History, Modern Literature, Arts

Master of Arts (MA)

The MA in Contemporary Art Theory is for those with a special interest in contemporary art, and an aptitude for theoretical work in the subject.

English

1 Year

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MFA Master Screenwriting/Directing

Columbia University School of the Arts

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United States of America (USA)

Creative Writing, Film Studies

Master's Degree

The mission of the Film MFA in Screenwriting/Directing is to rigorously train storytellers in film, television, and digital media. The course of study at our film school includes two years of creative workshops and related courses, followed by one-to-two years of thesis and Research Arts work. Students are immersed in the principles and working methods of a variety of genres and dramatic forms. Through multiple exercises and short film and script projects (both short and feature-length), they are encouraged to explore their understanding of the medium, with the ultimate goal of establishing each student’s personal voice.

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing

West Virginia Wesleyan College

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities, Creative Writing, Arts

Master's Degree

West Virginia Wesleyan’s low-residency Master of Fine Arts program offers writers the opportunity to study fiction, nonfiction or poetry with accomplished and dedicated mentors in an intimate, student-centered environment. Read what students are saying, explore the HeartWood Blog and recent program news, learn more about the low-residency model and graduate assistantship eligibility, investigate our new cross-genre and audit options, and learn what some of our alums are doing out in the world.

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (MFACW)

Chatham University

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities, Creative Writing, Arts

Master's Degree

Chatham’s MFA in Creative Writing program grows from the legacy of Rachel Carson '29, a creative writer known for her social conscience. Our students understand that writing is ultimately a public act with the power to effect meaningful change. Their ideas, their convictions, their writing matters. We teach students to think deeply about their places, spaces and identities, to look within and around, and then connect to the world with care and intention.

MS in Creative Writing for Therapeutic Purposes

Metanoia Institute

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United Kingdom

Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Creative Writing

Master of Science (MSc)

Creative Writing for Therapeutic Purposes (CWTP) is a growing field of research and practice. This unique non-clinical MSc course allows students to learn experientially through writing and discussion, receive taught content on theory, and develop skills and aptitudes for working in CWTP.

MA Screenwriting (Online)

Central Film School

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United Kingdom

Creative Writing, Film Studies, Digital Marketing

Master of Arts (MA)

Designed to allow you to study from anywhere in the world, this online, part time MA Screenwriting course develops and nurtures screenwriters and prepares them for the professional film and television industries.

MFA in Creative Writing

Minnesota State University Mankato College of Arts and Humanities

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United States of America (USA)

Humanities, Creative Writing, Arts

Master's Degree

The MFA program in Creative Writing meets the needs of students who want to strike a balance between the development of individual creative talent and the close study of literature and language. Candidates in the program will find it appropriate training for careers in freelance writing, college-level teaching, editing and publishing, arts administration, and several other areas.

Literature

Literature is the study of written works, including novels, poetry, plays, and essays, from various cultures and time periods. Students in this field analyze and interpret literary texts to gain a deeper understanding of human experiences, emotions, and societal issues. Through studying literature, students develop critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills.