MA Modern Literature and Culture in London United Kingdom | King's College London

In this Modern Literature and Culture master's program, you'll explore diverse 19th and 20th century literary works and cultural movements from Britain, North America, and the English-speaking world. The curriculum offers an extensive selection of texts and themes, allowing you to transcend traditional period constraints. Whether your interests lie in Victorian fiction, Modernist poetry, early sci-fi, or postcolonial memoirs, this MA provides comprehensive coverage of modern literary studies. You'll learn from one of the UK's most established English departments while benefiting from our prime central London location, ideal for experiencing the city's vibrant literary heritage firsthand.Key advantagesStudy modern literature and culture without rigid chronological limitationsExpand your literary perspective by examining magazines, journals, zines, and manifestos alongside traditional novels, poems, and playsCustomize your learning through diverse elective modules and focus on your preferred specializationsEngage with innovative, research-focused teaching that encourages original thinkingTake advantage of our central London setting with convenient access to the British Library and other major archivesProgram Overview This Modern Literature and Culture MA offers a unique opportunity to examine both 19th and early 20th century literary works and cultural developments. You'll deepen your understanding of renowned authors like Charles Dickens, George Eliot, and Virginia Woolf while discovering lesser-known writers and literary movements. The program's inclusive approach introduces you to various textual formats, from classic novels and poetry to Modernist publications, Victorian journals, feminist zines, and anti-colonial manifestos.