Program Overview
The English at Georgia Southern University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the English programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 14,305 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students; USD 4,364 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
- Location: Statesboro, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the English programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- American Realism
- The Bible as Literature
- Children\x92s Literature & Theory
- Contemporary Poetry
- The Gothic World
- Irish-American Fiction
- Jewish American Literature
- Literature of the Civil Rights Movement
- Literature of the English Renaissance
- Post-Colonial Literature
- Victorian Prose & Poetry
- Samuel Beckett
- Geoffrey Chaucer
- Ernest Hemingway
- Henry James
- James Joyce
- Cormac McCarthy
- William Shakespeare
- Edith Wharton
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
1. Completed requirements for the Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in a college accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting associations.
2. A 3.0 (4.0 scale) cumulative grade point average or higher on all undergraduate work.
3. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
5. An undergraduate major or the equivalent in the proposed field of study.
6. Two letters of recommendation by persons familiar with the applicant\xc2\x92s academic experience.
7. A sample of the applicant\xc2\x92s scholarly writing of at least 12-15 pages, to be sent directly to the department, c/o the Director of Graduate Studies.
8. Statement of Purpose (250-500) words. This statement should address the applicant\xc2\x92s academic achievements and major accomplishments, contributions to or experiences in this field of study, pertinent extra-curricular activities, and the reasons why he or she wishes to attend Georgia Southern. While the personal statement is only one of many factors the graduate admissions committee considers when making admission decisions, it helps provide context for the rest of the application.
Provisional Admission Requirements
Provisional admission is sometimes possible if a candidate has better than a 2.75 (4.0 scale) cumulative grade point average on undergraduate college work. Students who do not meet provisional requirements may appeal to a departmental committee of graduate faculty members for admission.English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,305 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students; USD 4,364 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 14,305 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students; USD 4,364 (Tuition (Full programme)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Georgia Southern University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, United States
Georgia Southern University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months