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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
English Language and Literature
University of Aberdeen
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the English Language and Literature course at University of Aberdeen.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
For First Year Entry a minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC. For Second Year Entry a minimum of an A in the subject selected for Single Honours plus BB, or AB in the subjects selected for Joint Honours plus a further B. GCSE in English or English Language is also required.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Aberdeen. These students are taking English Language and Literature or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Literature | C |
| History | C |
| Sociology | B |
| Biology | A |
| Classical Civilisation | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: LL10
Here's what University of Aberdeen says about its English Language and Literature course.
Study the development of the English language from its Anglo-Saxon origins to contemporary usage while exploring its rich literary history.
The MA English Language & Literature degree offers a unique opportunity to examine the English language holistically across a spectrum of literary periods and genres while enabling you to focus on specific areas that capture your interest. Our programme draws on specialist knowledge and expertise from the disciplines of Celtic & Anglo-Saxon studies, Language & Linguistics, and English literary studies, allowing you to appreciate the links between the evolution of English and its use in literary texts. You will explore the language of Old English, the structure and use of contemporary English, and the rich variety of literature in English that has arisen alongside its linguistic development.
Source: University of Aberdeen
Course details
Qualification
Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Department
School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture
Location
Main Site | Aberdeen
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• English studies
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £1,820 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| EU | £20,800 per year |
| International | £20,800 per year |
The modules you will study
View all modules on the programme page to find out more about what you will be studying and when. University of Aberdeen modules are designed to give you breadth and depth to your degree. The range of modules you study will allow you to become proficient in all subjects which are directly relevant to your degree giving you greater career options.
How you will be assessed
The use of various forms of assessment and learning environments facilitates the development of generic transferable skills enhancing student employability.
Students are assessed by any combination of three assessment methods: coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course; practical assessments of the skills and competencies they learn on the course; and written examinations at the end of each course. The exact mix of these methods differs between subject areas, years of study and individual courses.
Honours projects are typically assessed on the basis of a written dissertation.
University of Aberdeen student reviews
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The student union caters mostly to the undergraduates so as a postgraduate you donu2019t get to hear about anything or be involved in it.
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As a postgraduate student you basically have no Uni life. It basically just classes and some career fairs.
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The library facilities are superb and accessible to everyone. University accommodation is basic and so expensive so one would rather get student an accommodation outside of university accommodation. Other campus based facilities are made accessible for students like the facility for loan of laptops ...
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Some of my lecturers seem to just read from the slides. Some donu2019t tend to reply emails regarding questions to the course at all. While some do their best to explain during lectures and answer questions when asked. Time table changes eve week so itu2019s never constant and one can only pick your...
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Aberdeen
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Aberdeen students who took the English Language and Literature course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
98%
high
Teaching on my course
98%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
97%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
97%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
96%
med
Learning opportunities
92%
high
Learning opportunities
92%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
93%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
90%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
97%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
88%
med
Assessment and feedback
90%
high
Assessment and feedback
90%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
91%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
99%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
83%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
85%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
95%
high
Academic support
99%
high
Academic support
99%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
100%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
98%
med
Organisation and management
94%
high
Organisation and management
94%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
92%
high
How well organised is your course?
95%
high
Learning resources
95%
high
Learning resources
95%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
97%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
96%
high
Student voice
90%
high
Student voice
90%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
76%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
93%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
99%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
86%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
98%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
93%
high
Student information
See who's studying at University of Aberdeen. These students are taking English Language and Literature or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The English Language and Literature course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Aberdeen graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
55%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
45%
Say it fits with future plans
40%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
15%
Administrative occupations
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Teaching Professionals
10%
Artistic, literary and media occupations
Graduate statistics
60%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
50%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Business and public service associate professionals
20%
Teaching Professionals
15%
Administrative occupations
10%
Artistic, literary and media occupations
Graduate statistics
65%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
60%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
25%
Teaching Professionals
20%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Artistic, literary and media occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Aberdeen graduates who took English Language and Literature - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£22.4k
First year after graduation
£24.8k
Third year after graduation
£25.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to English Language and Literature.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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