Program Overview
The English at The University of Texas at San Antonio 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 6.5
- Tuition: USD 20,324 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,965 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Texas City, 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
- Literature and/or Literary Theory
- Linguistics and/or Rhetoric and Composition
- Creative Writing
- Post-colonial and Cultural Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Graduate Studies Application: Yes
- Department Application: Yes, if applying for Departmental Financial Aid.
- Transcripts: Official transcripts from all institutions attended. All international transcripts must be recorded in English or officially translated to English.
- Test Scores: The GRE is required for admission into the program. These scores will be used as one element in the evaluation of application and will be considered in comparison with scores from other applicants.
- Resume or CV: Not required
- Letters of Recommendation: If applying for Departmental Financial Aid, three letters of recommendation are required.
- Statement of Purpose: Recommended
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,324 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,965 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,324 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,965 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Texas at San Antonio 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 The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, United States
The University of Texas at San Antonio is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months