English Literature - master

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  • Nordic applicants: 15 April
  • EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: 1 March
  • Non-EU/EEA applicants: 15 November
Bilde-English Literature - master
Organization Full-time – 2 years
Campus Tromsø and online
Credits (ECTS) 120
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Bilde-English Literature - master
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About the study

The Master's Programme in English Literature provides a comprehensive study of literature from across the English-speaking world. The courses focus on canonical literature and critical thinking, and current issues of justice, migration, climate change, education and democracy.

What will you learn?

After completing the master's degree in English literature, graduates will have advanced knowledge of English literature across various contexts and periods, with specialized expertise in their thesis area. They can analyze literary texts in relation to history, genre, and socio-cultural debates and engage with diverse theoretical approaches. Candidates are skilled in evaluating literary criticism, conducting independent research, and formulating scholarly arguments. They can communicate complex ideas effectively, apply their knowledge to new areas, and contribute to innovation in the field of English literature.

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What can you become?

English master's graduates possess sought-after analytical and creative thinking skills and are respected for their skills in oral and written communication. A master's degree in English literature prepares students for higher positions in the government and in business, and in the literary and cultural industries through positions in publishing, journalism, museums, libraries, bookstores and education. This master’s degree also prepares graduates for a wide range of jobs that require culturally-sensitive international communication.

Career opportunities

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Access to further studies

On successful completion of the degree programme, students may be qualified for admission to a PhD in English literature.

Programme structure

How is the teaching organized?

TThe study programme is designed as campus studies in Tromsø. Studies and exams can, however, be facilitated online for students who do not live in Tromsø. Attendance is important for both the campus and the online solution.

In order to reach the learning goals, students should expect to work 40 hours a week attending lectures, seminars and studying independently. Most courses include written assignments or oral presentations that must be approved in order to take the exam.

The master's thesis topic can to a large extent be chosen by the student. The student works closely with the supervisor throughout the research and writing process.

Language of instruction

The language of all teaching and examinations is English.

Programme structure

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Study plan

Programme description Master in English Literature from autumn 2026 (pdf)

Outgoing exchange

We encourage you to make use of one of our exchange agreements in the second semester, primarily in York, England, but also in Limerick, Ireland, and Berkeley, USA, but the ERASMUS programme facilitates exchange to many universities in Europe.

For an updated overview of exchange universities, please take a look at UiT's webpage on student exchange.

Destinations for studies abroad

European University Flensburg Tyskland
Masaryk University Tsjekkia
University of Constance Tyskland
University of Limerick Irland
University of California, Berkeley USA
The Norwegian Study Centre Storbritannia

Admission requirements

Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS), or equivalent qualification, in English literature, or a degree combining English literature and a closely-related discipline (minimum 80 ECTS in English).

Applicants need an average minimum grade of C or better from the bachelor's degree to be admitted to the master's program.

Applicants with education from non-Nordic countries must document English language proficiency.

Admission capacity
20 places
In the previous admissions round, all qualified applicants were admission.

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