MA (Honours) Comparative Literature and International Relations in St Andrews United Kingdom | University of St Andrews

St Andrews' Comparative Literature program enables students to examine diverse literary works—including Arabic, Persian, French, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish texts in English translation, alongside UK and US literature—providing insights into various cultural traditions and the socio-political and historical influences shaping national and global literary canons. The curriculum emphasizes close reading techniques and introduces concepts related to literary translation and comparative analysis, enhancing students' critical thinking, analytical, and communication abilities. Participants will engage in reading, debate, and constructing well-reasoned arguments while refining their writing for precision and clarity. As part of this four-year joint Honours degree offered by the School of Modern Languages, the Comparative Literature component combines with International Relations for advanced, research-focused study, fostering an appreciation for knowledge creation and academic development. The program cultivates independent scholarship characterized by curiosity, integrity, precision, and intellectual discipline. This 48-month Master of Arts (Honours) degree follows St Andrews' credit-based structure, requiring 480 credits (typically 120 per year). Initial years feature core program modules alongside elective options (sometimes including cross-faculty courses), while later years focus on specialized, research-driven coursework tailored to the discipline.