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At The Australian National University, Master of Philosophy students thrive in a dynamic research environment with exceptional program resources. Choosing the right research institution is crucial, and ANU stands among the globe's top universities, making it the ideal destination for your research journey.
ANU's English research programs form the heart of literary scholarship. Students can receive guidance across diverse fields including Australian and British literature - spanning from Renaissance works to contemporary pieces. The program also offers specializations in American literature, Commonwealth studies, comparative literature, gender studies, and literary/cultural theory. ANU's key research expertise lies in 18th Century British/Irish literature, Romantic studies, Victorian/Neo-Victorian/modernist works, postcolonial literature and theory, Australian writing, American literature, and dramatic arts.
Applicants must present at a minimum, an Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent, with an overall grade of distinction (or GPA 6/7) or higher, and the approval of an identified supervisor for the research project/thesis. Equivalence may be met by a combination of qualifications and professional experience.