The Department
Over fifty students work on a range of taught and research postgraduate degrees annually in the School of English. The School's thriving graduate studies programme includes four one-year MA courses. These full-time taught degrees include subject-related seminars, research skills modules, and specialised research in the form of a dissertation. Our MA programmes enable students to carry out supervised study in areas covered by the School's research expertise, which ranges from the earliest texts to contemporary film, literature, and theory. The MA is widely recognized as both a powerful stand-alone degree and as a vital stage toweards further postgraduate studies. Recent graduates have undertaken distinguished Ph.D studies or succeeded in a variety of business, teaching, or culture-based professions.
Founded in 1845, University College Cork is one of Ireland's oldest universities and has been twice named Irish University of the Year in recognition of its excellence in teaching and research. UCC is a dynamic learning environment with a global outlook and makes a major contribution to the economy and culture of Ireland.
Further Information
Postgraduate students should refer to the relevant Faculty section of the UCC Postgraduate Calendar (http://www.ucc.ie/academic/calendar/postgraduate) for their programme requirements.
More detailed information about postgraduate degrees can be obtained from the co-ordinators of each programme. Applicants for MA / MPhil degrees will normally be expected to have a good honours degree in an appropriate subject. Applicants for PhD degrees will normally be expected to have an MA / MPhil in a related subject. Applicants may be called to an interview. Non-standard applications, especially from mature students, are also considered.