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| Application Deadline: | February 1; April 1; December 15 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,713 ≈ € 10,500 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 60 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Amsterdam
English Literature is a programme which is rooted in literary analysis but also works at the leading edge of interdisciplinary humanities scholarship. In particular, the programme provides students with insight into the history and theory of literature in English and explores its relationships with other media, engaging key issues of intellectual concern in society, politics, and culture. English Literature is understood in the broadest sense, as a diverse and complex mode of expression that includes works from American, British, Commonwealth, and postcolonial contexts.
Courses designed to explore various periods, genres, themes, and theories are supplemented with regular lectures by visiting scholars. Students develop original hypotheses and test them in their class presentations, research papers, and final thesis.
Studying English Literature at the University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam's (UvA) English Department is an intellectually diverse community of scholars with a long tradition of excellence and innovation dating back nearly one hundred years. The Department's scholarship and teaching covers the full range of English Studies - including British and American literature, English language and linguistics, critical theory, and cultural history. Courses explore the space beyond formal and disciplinary boundaries, together with the overlap between not only various methodologies, theories, historical periods and social spaces, but also between language and literature.
Contents
Course offerings reflect the expertise of staff members engaged in research ranging from Chaucer to postmodernism. The faculty is particularly strong in the literatures of 19th and 20th centuries and the relations between literature and other media, including film, television, and new media. Students who complete this degree will develop the skills to think critically about literary texts and cultural practices, and will take part in the ongoing theoretical debates and discussions in the field.
Programme outline
The Master's programme in English Literature yields 60 ECTS credits:
- 30 credits in English literature,
- 10 credits for electives
- and 20 credits for a Master's thesis.
The specific number of credits a student is required to obtain through coursework is determined by the admissions committee and is based on the student's previous qualifications. Fulfilment of all the requirements will take at least one year.
Thesis
The Master's thesis reports on research carried out by the student under the supervision of two academic staff members involved in the programme. The subject of the thesis must be mutually agreed upon by the student and the academic adviser.
Degree requirements
English Literature is a track of the MA in English Language and Culture. Students who successfully complete this programme receive a Master's degree in English Language and Culture and the title Master of Arts (MA).
Credit transfer
Students who show exceptional promise during a Regular or Professional Master's programme are encouraged to continue their studies in a Research Master's programme. Once students are admitted to the Research Master's programme, they can transfer credits earned during their previous course of study towards their Research Master's degree. The examination committee determines which courses qualify for transfer.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Specific entry requirements
Applicants for the specialization should have at least a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in English language and culture, comparative literature, or cultural studies (including film and media). The level of the Bachelor's degree must be comparable to that of a Dutch Bachelor's degree.
Students who have a related academic background in the humanities and feel they are equipped to follow the specialization are encouraged to apply.
Applications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
General entry requirements
Applicants must also fulfil the general entry requirements of the Graduate School for Humanities regarding academic background, grade average and English language proficiency.
Language requirements
All non-native English speakers applying for an English taught MA programme are required to demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English before they can enrol. Students must be able to read textbooks, understand lectures, take part in classroom discussions and write at an academic level.
Students with a BA degree completed in the USA, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand are exempted from submitting an English language test.
All other applicants must submit one of the following tests. No other tests are accepted. For contact information regarding these tests please visit their websites.
- The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Academic
The IELTS exam is offered by the British Council at least once a month upon request. Students are required to have a score of at least 7.0, with a minimum score of 6.5 for the separate components of the test. Students should contact the nearest British Council centre in their home country to register for this test as soon as possible. Original test scores should be sent either by IELTS directly or by the student to the admissions Office of the Graduate School for Humanities.
- Cambridge International Examination
Students can also take the Certificate in Advanced English exam (CAE) or the Certificate of Proficiency in English exam (CPE). The minimum scores are: 'A' for the Certificate in Advanced English or 'B' for the Certificate of Proficiency in English. Original scores should be sent either by Cambridge Examinations or by the student to the Admissions Office of the Graduate School for Humanities.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - International Test
There are several types of TOEFL tests. The Graduate School for Humanities only accepts the Internet-based International test. Students are required to have a score of at least 100, with a minimum of 22 for the separate components of the test.
Students should apply for a TOEFL test with ETS (link below). The institution code for the Graduate School for Humanities is 7247 (U Amsterdam Grad Humanities). Original scores should be sent either by ETS or by the student to the Admissions Office of the Graduate School for Humanities.
Chinese applicants are recommended to do the IELTS (academic) language test in order to apply for the NESO Certificate. See: How to apply / Applicants from China.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 92 |
Accreditation
English Literature is a track of the MA in English Language and Culture. This master´s programme has been legally accredited by the Dutch government. This means that upon successful completion of the programme students will receive a legally accredited master's degree in English Language and Culture and the title Master of Arts (MA). Before 2010, the study programme will be presented to the Accreditation Organisation of The Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO) for renewal of the accreditation.
Funding details
Huygens scholarship
The Dutch government has allocated a vast amount for excellent students coming to the Netherlands under the HSP Huygens Programme. The Nuffic is administrating the Huygens scholarship. Please find all all necessary information about application and selection on their website.
! The Faculty deadline for receiving Huygens scholarship requests is: 31 December 2010. On the online application form please mention the Huygens scholarship request by thicking the relevant box.
The International Office will make a first selection of most excellent students. For this students we will write a nomination letter. Applicants that are part of this selection will receive the nomination letter by e-mail before 1 February 2011 which is the Nuffic deadline for application.
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship
The Faculty of Economics and Business provides a limited number of scholarships for excellent students in the Master's programmes. There is no fixed number of available scholarships. The actual number will be determined by the amount that will be allocated to the Faculty.
Selection procedure
1) Applicants should write an AMS motivation letter (tell us in not more than 300 words your motivation to get the scholarship).
2) Applicants should upload the AMS digital motivation letter to their online application for the MSc programme before March 1st 2011.
3) Before the end of May 2011 we will inform all applicants about the results by e-mail.
Ahold Scholarship Programme
Ahold, an international food retailing group based in the Netherlands offers scholarships for non-EU students in the MSc in Accountancy and Control programme. Applicants should have an outstanding academic record and have special interest in retail and the intention to work and live in the USA or Europe after graduation. All non-EU applicants accepted to the MSc in Accountancy and Control programme will receive supplementary information on this Scholarship.
Colfuturo Scholarship
Students from Columbia can apply for this scholarship through their website.
Ford Foundation Scholarship
Scholarships are provided for students from a selection of countries worldwide. For more information see the Nuffic website.
Netherlands Fellowship Programmes
This programme provides funding for women and members of priority groups or marginalized regions. For more information see the Nuffic website.
Other scholarships
Further information on scholarships can be obtained from Nuffic, please refer to their website. Click on the link 'Grantfinder' to search for Dutch scholarships for foreign students.
Studentgrant
In certain cases it is possible for EU students to receive a monthly studentgrant from the Dutch government (i.e. IB Group). Please check their website for further information.
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