The MA Medical and Health Humanities at the University of East Anglia offers a unique interdisciplinary exploration into how health, illness, and disability are understood across diverse historical and cultural contexts. This postgraduate degree is ideal for those seeking to critically examine the narratives surrounding healthcare, patient experiences, and societal perceptions of wellbeing. You will delve into the complex interplay between medicine, culture, and society, developing a nuanced understanding of embodied experiences and the impact of intersecting identities on health outcomes. This programme provides a robust foundation for those interested in narrative medicine, applied arts and health, or critically engaging with health policy.
This MA is studied full-time on campus over one year, immersing you in a rich academic environment. You will engage with compulsory modules covering histories, theories, and methods in medical and health humanities, alongside a significant dissertation project. Optional modules allow you to tailor your studies, exploring areas such as gender and power, critically queer perspectives, or applied arts and health. Through critical analysis of literature, media, and art, you will develop essential research and analytical skills. You will graduate with the capacity to pursue diverse career paths, including roles in healthcare, cultural sectors, policy development, or further academic research.