English Literature courses in Ireland

Children’s literature is recognised as a remarkable and dynamic part of literary and social culture. This course, the first full-time one year taught Masters programme in an Irish university, offers graduates in English or related disciplines the opportunity to study a broad range of children’s literature in English. It addresses chronologies, genres, modes of criticism,…

This course is designed to provide an understanding of Comparative Literature as a subject of study and a critical practice. The core modules provide the theoretical and methodological basis for comparing texts of various genres and artefacts of different media at an advanced level. Optional modules enable the further development of these competencies and offer…

Courses will commence September 2019 The Diploma in English & Drama aims to introduce students to the fundamentals of literary analysis.  Students learn to deal with issues of genre and style, to apply diverse critical perspectives and to recognise the ways in which literature and theatre functions in society. Through a detailed study of poets,…

AUTUMN Theme: Creating a Monster Set Texts: Pygmalion – a play by George Bernard Shaw Galatea 2.2 – a novel by Richard Powers Frankenstein – a novel by Mary Shelley Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde – a novel by Robert Louis Stevenson Classes are friendly, relaxed and the aim is to enhance your understanding and…

Here is a unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge of the “Great works of English Literature” with our home study course in some selected plays and novels that have entertained readers and audiences for generations. Course Contents Unit 1: Novel (two works chosen) Unit 2: Play (two works choosen) You will gain a real understanding…

Have you ever wanted to learn more about what is really going on in a novel? This course aims to help you become a better, more critical reader and enhance your enjoyment of reading. It is suitable for everyone from occasional readers, right through to bookworms.   You will be guided through popular and accessible…

This course which may be ongoing is primarily designed to acquaint and develop a serious interest in understanding the fundamentals of ENGLISH LITERATURE, learn to appreciate the skills and methodologies of the great masters.  Over time this will include important contributions of foremost Novelists, Dramatists and Poets.  Students will be required to read fairly extensively…

The English Department in Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, has offered a highly-successful and popular one-year taught M.A. degree programme in Modern English Literature since September 2002. This programme is designed for full-time students and we normally accept ten students each year. The cap on numbers ensures close personal tuition. Part-time students may also…