MA Renaissance Literature 1500-1700 in York United Kingdom | University of York

The Master of Arts in Renaissance Literature (1500-1700) offers an immersive exploration of 16th and 17th century literary works. This period's revolutionary changes in religion, government, printing technology, scientific discovery, and worldwide exploration - whose impacts still echo in modern times - inspired some of history's most dynamic, challenging, and valuable writings.

Students will explore essential writers, works, and concepts from this era while designing a personalized curriculum from diverse course offerings. The program enhances research capabilities through guided independent study projects, mentored by distinguished academics at one of Britain's foremost institutions for early modern scholarship.

This degree prepares graduates for PhD studies in early modern literature while developing versatile skills applicable to education, publishing, arts administration, and media professions. Participants will join the active research community within the English Department and Renaissance Studies Center, with access to various seminars, conferences, and discussion groups. The Humanities Research Center provides an interdisciplinary environment fostering both academic collaboration and lasting personal connections throughout the program.