The MA in English and Film & Visual Culture at the University of Aberdeen invites you to explore the rich tapestry of human expression across literature and the moving image. This postgraduate degree is designed for students passionate about understanding how stories are told, how images shape our perceptions, and how these forms have evolved through history. You will delve into critical theories, analyse diverse texts from medieval writings to contemporary cinema, and engage with visual culture studies. This programme equips you with sophisticated analytical skills essential for navigating and interpreting our increasingly media-saturated world.
You will study this course full-time on campus over two years, immersing yourself in a dynamic academic environment. Your learning journey will involve close textual analysis, critical engagement with film theory, and potentially undertaking a significant independent research project or dissertation in your final year. You will have opportunities to explore specific interests through optional courses in areas like Renaissance literature, modernism, or contemporary visual culture. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for a wide range of careers in fields such as publishing, journalism, digital media, arts administration, and further academic study.