Shakespeare Studies MA by Research

Course details

Degree level

Master's by Research

Subject

Shakespeare Studies

Duration

1 year full-time

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£24,540 / yearUniversity fee information (opens in a new tab)

Initial deposit

Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments.

City

Stratford-upon-Avon

Country

England

Campus

Shakespeare Institute, Stratford-upon-Avon / online

Official course page

https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/subjects/shakespeare-studies-courses/shakespeare-studies-phd

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree (or international equivalent), normally in a relevant area. A research proposal and suitable supervisor are normally required.

Scholarships & discounts

Specific 2027 scholarship/funding for this course: NOT VERIFIED. Birmingham states research students can explore scholarships/studentships; College of Arts and Law 2027 funding is to be confirmed in autumn 2026 where applicable.

Pre-CAS interview

Required

No — no Pre-CAS interview is required, according to the information we hold

Course modules

• No formal taught modules. Independent research, supervision and specialist research training/seminars; MA by Research assessed by a 40,000-word thesis, with possible oral examination.