Graduate destinations
This course provides the perfect preparation for a career in:
- publishing
- teaching English
- creative writing
- journalism
"The MA has been hugely helpful with regards to my career, as it deepened my knowledge of my subject. It also showed to my current employers, and the interviewers for my PGCE, how committed I am to my subject and learning. I'm confident I wouldn't be where I am now without it."
- Jessica Heather, Literary Linguistics MA graduate
Career progression
75% of postgraduates from the School of English secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average starting salary was £20,796*
*HESA Graduate Outcomes 2020. The Graduate Outcomes % is derived using The Guardian University Guide methodology. The average annual salary is based on graduates working full-time within the UK.