Literary Studies: English Literature and Culture
Universiteit Leiden
Deze opleiding
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| locatieLeiden |
| diplomaMA |
| typeregulier, 60 EC |
| start1 februari, 1 september |
| taalvolledig English |
| opleidingsduur2 jaar deeltijd |
| accreditatiesNVAO |
| croho-code60813 |
| numerus fixusnee |
| honoursnee |
Develop your knowledge of English literature and its many genres with the Master's in English Literature and Culture at Leiden University.
Taught by Leiden University's acclaimed English literature faculty, this programme gives you access to world-class teaching and resources including Leiden University unique collection of manuscripts, books, periodicals and electronic media.
An expansive curriculum spanning the Middle Ages to the present day gives you scope to pursue your personal area of interest. Choose from 'popular' culture to the classics; from Beowulf to Chaucer; Milton and Shakespeare to Anglo-American films.
English-language literature from all around the world is included in this study, from the traditional canons of British and American literature to diverse world regions including the Caribbean, South-Africa and India.
You also have the option to focus on Philology: the study of medieval and early-modern texts and text media in their cultural-historical context.
Deze opleiding heeft meerdere vormen :
Taught by Leiden University's acclaimed English literature faculty, this programme gives you access to world-class teaching and resources including Leiden University unique collection of manuscripts, books, periodicals and electronic media.
An expansive curriculum spanning the Middle Ages to the present day gives you scope to pursue your personal area of interest. Choose from 'popular' culture to the classics; from Beowulf to Chaucer; Milton and Shakespeare to Anglo-American films.
English-language literature from all around the world is included in this study, from the traditional canons of British and American literature to diverse world regions including the Caribbean, South-Africa and India.
You also have the option to focus on Philology: the study of medieval and early-modern texts and text media in their cultural-historical context.
- Leiden University's Humanities Faculty was recently ranked 25th in the Times Higher Education worldwide ranking.
Deze opleiding heeft meerdere vormen :
- deeltijd te Leiden
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Waarom aan de Universiteit Leiden?
Leiden University offers ambitious students the latest knowledge and the freedom to develop their own area of expertise.
- Leiden University's Humanities Faculty recently ranked number one in Europe and 17th in the world in the Times Higher Education ranking. You learn from scholars of international-standing, as well as experts from our many international partner institutions.
- Leiden University is one of Europe's top research universities and an international centre of expertise. During your studies you get access to the unique resources of Leiden University, including its world-famous library and extensive collection of manuscripts, books, periodicals and electronic media.
- All Literary Studies master's give you the freedom to construct your own personalised programme by offering an exceptionally broad range of courses. You can also include a course in English, French, German or Italian linguistics, go abroad for exchange programme, or join an organisation for an internship.
- Our reputation as a centre of excellence means that your qualification is respected by organisations worldwide and will open doors into a wide range of careers in different sectors.
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
group discussion, lecture, literature study, oral presentation, research, research proposal, seminar, internship, tutorial, self studyobjectives
The aim of the Master's in English Literature and Culture programme is to introduce ambitious students to the concepts and academic approaches current in Literary Studies.
You will learn to use these concepts and approaches in researching and analysing source material in English. Your thesis work will give you the opportunity to apply these methods in your own research. At the conclusion of the programme you will have acquired in-depth knowledge and the ability to think critically and analytically, all essential for a successful career in your chosen profession. Opportunities are provided for students to broaden their world experience and professional skills in preparation to excel early in their chosen career.study abroad
Students have the opportunity of doing an internship abroad. The Humanities International Office can inform you on the grants available for an internship abroad.Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
1 februari 2020
aanmelding deadline : 1 december 2019
collegegeld nog niet bekend
1 september 2019
aanmelding deadline : 15 juni 2019
collegegeld nog niet bekend
1 september 2020
aanmelding deadline : 15 juni 2020
collegegeld nog niet bekend
https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/literary-studies/english-literature-and-culture/admission-and-application/admission-requirements
toelatingseisen
basiskennis
You should possess knowledge of and insight in English Literature and Culture, including:
- knowledge of and insight in the connections with North American literature and culture;
- knowledge of and insight in its development over the different periods (Middle Ages, Early Modern, and Modern);
- analytical skills needed for specifically literary analysis;
- a well-developed awareness of the relevant scholarly skills.
vooropleiding
A bachelor's degree from a Dutch research university (in the specialisation) English Language and Culture, European Languages and Cultures: English or Literature and Society: English
inbegrepen in collegegeld
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estimated monthly costs
| bedrag | kostenpost | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| € | 350 | kamerhuur in Leidenrond het landelijk gemiddelde | |
| € | 22 | internet+tv | |
| € | 152 | boodschappen/kostgeld | |
| € | 32 | telefoon | |
| € | 117 | verzekeringen | |
| € | 172 | collegegeldop basis van € 2060 per jaar | |
| € | 80 | studieboeken en -spullen | |
| € | 29 | drinken/snoep/snacks | |
| € | 77 | uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen | |
| € | 30 | contributies/abonnementen | |
| € | 132 | vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie | |
| € | 42 | vervoernaast de OV-kaart | |
| € | 45 | overig | |
| € | 1218 | totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181 | |
Hiernaast staat een overzicht van de gemiddelde kosten die een uitwonende student heeft.
Niet iedere student heeft met iedere kostenpost te maken. Het totaalgemiddelde is dus niet gelijk aan de optelsom van alle kostenposten.
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Studenten en studentenleven
studentaantallen
| 22 | studenten volgen deze opleiding |
| 77% | daarvan is vrouw |
| ? | eerstejaars gestart in 2017 |
| ?% | daarvan is vrouw |
| 27713 | studenten aan de Universiteit Leiden |
| 59% | daarvan is vrouw |
studievereniging
Albian Association
The Albion Association is the study association for English. The association will continue to grow and entertain, and will keep on organising activities such as movie nights, drinks, cultural trips, trips abroad, lectures and much more.LEF is de toneelvereniging van de opleiding. Zij zijn niet alleen voor studenten die óp het toneel willen staan, maar er is ook genoeg te doen achter de schermen!
De opleiding heeft ook haar eigen tijdschrift. De Angler is het magazine door en voor studenten, met artikelen over onder andere de vier studierichtingen binnen Engels, maar ook interviews, reviews, creative writing en nog veel meer.
De Leyden Inklings is een leesgroep voor die studenten die geïnteresseerd zijn in Oud- of Middelengels. Zij komen een aantal keer per semester samen en lezen dan verschillende soorten teksten (de Ormulum tot Angelsaksische spreuken) onder leiding van één van de filologie-docenten.
Op kamers in Leiden
| 31058 | studenten studerend |
| 12630 | studenten woonachtig |
| € 350 | gemiddelde kamerprijs |
| kamer betaalbaarheid | |
| 20 m2 | gemiddelde kameroppervlak |
| kamer beschikbaarheid |
Keuzehulp
Studievergelijker
1/2 Universiteit Leiden
English Literature and Culture
English Literature and Culture
| € 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| ? eerstejaars |
| NAN% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 100% Engelstalig |
2/2 Universiteit Leiden
French Literature and Culture
French Literature and Culture
| € 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
| ? eerstejaars |
| NAN% vrouw |
| ? uur contacttijd/week |
| 50% Engelstalig |
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.
Feiten en / studie in cijfers
studentoordelen
| deze opleiding | landelijk | |
|---|---|---|
| algemeen oordeel | 3.9 | 3.9 |
| inhoud | 3.8 | 3.7 |
| docenten | 4.2 | 4.1 |
| studiefaciliteiten | 3.6 | 3.6 |
| studielast | 3.6 | 3.4 |
| studiebegeleiding | 3.5 | 3.5 |
De Nationale Studenten Enquete is het grootschalige onderzoek van de overheid onder studenten in Nederland naar de kwaliteit van opleidingen aan hogescholen en universiteiten.
In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
Literary Studies: English Literature and Culture aan de Universiteit Leiden is beoordeeld door 30 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 3.9 uit 5.
In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
Literary Studies: English Literature and Culture aan de Universiteit Leiden is beoordeeld door 30 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 3.9 uit 5.
Na de studie
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
The MA in English Literature and Culture prepares you for a wide range of positions.
Leiden University's Humanities graduates do very well in the job market. A master's degree enhances the career prospects of all bachelor's graduates, as does relevant work experience during your studies and choosing your electives strategically.Some of the positions of our alumni include:
- Account executive at a communications agency
- Policy officer at a ministry of education, culture and science
- English teacher at a university of professional education
- English teacher at a secondary school
- Junior information specialist at an association of civil-law notaries
- Project officer for subtitling at a company specialising in media translations
- PhD researcher at a foreign university
- Project manager at a translation and interpreting agency
- Publishing assistant at a legal publishing house
- Copywriter at a software and consultancy company
- Content manager and communications advisor at a multinational accountancy firm
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