Postgraduate study
MA Programmes
The following taught Master's degrees are available within the Department:
MA English (Download Basic Information
MA English Course Booklet 2012-13 Download
MA Creative Writing (Download Basic Information)
MA Creative Writing Course Booklet 2012-13 Download
MA Performance and Multi-Media (Download Basic Information)
MA Performance and Multi-Media Course Booklet 2012-13 Download
MA Drama (Download Basic Information)
MA Drama Course Booklet 2012-13 Download
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Award
MA
Programme Length
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Entry Qualification
Normally a good honours degree or equivalent in English, Drama or a related subject. Applicants with other qualifications and suitable experience may be considered, and are encouraged to apply.
Assessment
Methods of assessment vary from module to module. Some modules are assessed by written coursework only, which can take a variety of forms, whilst others may require seminar presentations or performances. The final assessment for all programmes is a Dissertation of 15,000 words.
Selection
Based on application form, sample of written work (2,000 to 4,000 words), CV, personal statement, and confidential reports from two named referees.
Bursaries and Scholarships
All self-funded UK/EU students accepted for a full-time Master's programme in this Department receive a bursary of £1,000. All self-funded UK/EU part-time students receive a bursary of £500 per annum. All self-funded, full-time international students receive a bursary of 20% of international fees. Bursaries are offset against tuition fees and deducted from the fees payable. A limited number of University-funded postgraduate scholarships are available on a competitive basis. For comprehensive funding details, please click on the 'Funding for MA and PhD study' link.
Postgraduate Administrator
Mrs Caroline Flynn-Ryan
Email: c.j.flynn-ryan@lboro.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1509 222951