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MPhil in European, Latin American and Comparative Literatures and Cultures by thesis

MPhil in European, Latin American and Comparative Literatures and Cultures by thesis

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Full time | University of Cambridge | 9 months | OCT-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

9 months

Start date

OCT-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MPhil - Master of Philosophy

Subject areas

Americas: Literature Latin American Spanish Cultural Studies European Studies Europe: Literature

Course type

Research

Course Summary

The MPhil in European, Latin American, and Comparative Literatures and Cultures (ELAC) provides students with the critical and theoretical tools to enable them to undertake an in-depth study of specific aspects of European literature and culture and/or Latin American and Francophone contexts. The core course introduces students to a broad range of critical theory concepts and methods of textual analysis (and, if relevant, paleography). The course as a whole allows for in-depth study of specific cultures and contexts, and includes the writing of a thesis based on original research.

The MPhil in European, Latin American and Comparative Literatures and Cultures (ELAC) by Thesis is for students whose already have a substantial level of familiarity with the study of literary texts or other cultural material in the relevant culture, and who already know the area they wish to research for their thesis. To be eligible for consideration for the 'By Thesis' MPhil, a student will need (a) an appropriate level of linguistic and/or cultural expertise and (b) a clear idea of the area in which the thesis will be written.

The main aims of the course are: to develop and test the ability to carry out a substantial advanced project of independent research in an area of literary, cultural or film and screen studies falling under ELAC, presented in the form of a 30,000-word thesis; to develop and test the ability to make a significant contribution to learning that reflects one academic year of dedicated Masters-level research.

Modules

The research presented in a 30,000-word thesis, including footnotes, but excluding appendices and bibliography, will be evaluated independently by two examiners. An oral examination (viva) will be held in all cases.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£13,554

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£31,860

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree.

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