Master of Literature major in English

A major is the main subject area that you choose to study in your degree. You will study courses up to Stage III level in this subject.

As well as gaining skills, knowledge and experience in your chosen area, you will learn how to think creatively, solve problems and communicate effectively, all essential skills to help you thrive in any career you choose.

Please see the main programme link below to see further details for the programme.

You can take courses in reading, writing and thinking about texts written in English, from the classics of English and American literature to exciting imaginative writing across the world today.
You can develop sophisticated reading and writing skills and gain an in-depth knowledge of cultural history. You can also take courses that develop your own creative writing skills and interests.
English at the University of Auckland was ranked in the world's top 40 in the 2021 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

MLitt - Master of Literature

Postgraduate study in English allows you to pursue your interests through coursework, extend your methodological skills, and pursue specialised research projects in literary studies, drama and theatre studies, cultural and critical theory, critical or creative writing. You can explore the intersections between literature and art, critical and creative practices.

Study and research opportunities in English reflect our established research strengths:
- Medieval and early modern literature
- Shakespeare
- Nineteenth-century literature
- New Zealand and post-colonial studies
- Irish literature
- Modern poetry
- Drama
- Women's writing
- Narrative theory

We are also developing research excellence and extending study opportunities in:
- Literary and cultural theory
- Māori and Pacific literature
- Indigenous studies
- Evolution and literature
- Children's literature
- Popular fiction
- Psychoanalysis and literature
- Creative writing

English provides excellent training in critical thinking, analytical skills and in organising and expressing your ideas.
Our graduates have careers in the arts, business, communications, local and national government, publishing, teaching and libraries.

Complete 120 points for either of the following:

120 points for all Thesis (Full-Time) , or
120 points for Thesis (Part-Time)

Thesis (Full-Time)

Complete 120 points for ALL of the following:

ENGLISH 798A - MLitt Thesis in English (60 points)

ENGLISH 798B - MLitt Thesis in English (60 points)

Thesis (Part-Time)

Complete 120 points comprising:

One of the following:
60 points for all Thesis (Part-Time) - 1 Semester , or
60 points for all Thesis (Part-Time) - 2 Semesters , and
One of the following:
60 points for all Thesis (Part-Time) - 1 Semester , or
60 points for all Thesis (Part-Time) - 2 Semesters

Thesis (Part-Time) - 1 Semester

Complete 60 points for ALL of the following:

ENGLISH 791 - MLitt Thesis in English part-time (60 points)

Thesis (Part-Time) - 2 Semesters

Complete 60 points for ALL of the following:

ENGLISH 791A - MLitt Thesis in English part-time (30 points)

ENGLISH 791B - MLitt Thesis in English part-time (30 points)

Please note that while regulations and programme rules for future academic years may be displayed or made available in advance, they remain subject to change. Official, final approved programme regulations for the upcoming academic year will be available when the University Calendar is published in late October of the preceding year. Any information available prior to Calendar publication should be treated as provisional.

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