Program Overview
The English at University of Rhode Island 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 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Kingston, 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
- ENG 247: Introduction to Literature of the African Diaspora
- ENG 248: African-American Literature from 1900 to the Present
- ENG 250: Themes And Myths
- ENG 251: British Literature I
- ENG 252: British Literature II
- ENG 260: Women and Literature
- ENG 262: Introduction to Literary Genres: Non-fiction
- ENG 263: Introduction to Literary Genres: The Poem
- ENG 263H: Honors Section of ENG 263-Introduction to Literary Genres-The Poem
- ENG 264: Introduction to Literary Genres: The Drama
- ENG 265: Introduction to Literary Genres: The Novel
- ENG 265H: Honors section of ENG 265: Introduction to Literary Genres: The Novel
- ENG 280: Introduction to Shakespeare
- ENG 300A: Literature into Film: Drama
- ENG 300B: Literature Into Film: Narrative
- ENG 302: Topics in Film Theory and Criticism
- ENG 303: Cinematic Auteurs
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,206 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,796 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Rhode Island 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 University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, United States
University of Rhode Island is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months