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At The Australian National University, Master of Philosophy students thrive in a dynamic research environment with exceptional program support. Choosing the right institution for your research is crucial, and ANU stands among the world's top universities - making it the ideal destination for your research journey.
English research degrees form the core of literary scholarship at ANU. Students can receive supervision across diverse areas including Australian and British literature, spanning from the Renaissance to contemporary works. The program also offers specializations in American literature, Commonwealth literature, comparative studies, gender studies, and literary/cultural theory. ANU's key research strengths in English encompass 18th Century British and Irish literature, Romantic studies, Victorian through modernist works, postcolonial literature and theory, along with Australian and American literature and drama.
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.