Master in English Language and Literature

English Language and Literature is the academic study of English-language texts, from poetry and fiction to drama and non-fiction prose, alongside the structure and history of the English language itself. Graduate coursework in this field typically covers literary theory and criticism, periods and movements in English and American literature, and linguistic topics such as syntax, semantics, and language history. Students develop skills in close reading, critical analysis, and academic writing, often producing a thesis focused on a specific author, literary period, or linguistic question. This master's program in English Language and Literature is offered at Busan University of Foreign Studies in Geumjeong-gu, South Korea, taught in English, with a two-year duration and intakes every March and September. Graduates of English language and literature programs pursue careers in teaching, academic research, publishing, editing, and translation, as well as roles in journalism and content writing where strong English-language skills are essential. The discipline also provides a foundation for further doctoral study for students interested in academic careers in literary or linguistic research. Studying English literature and language at a university of foreign studies places students within an institution focused on language and international studies, offering exposure to comparative approaches alongside close literary analysis. For students planning careers that depend on advanced English proficiency and analytical writing, this program combines literary study with the language skills valued across teaching, publishing, and communication-focused professions. Graduates leave with strong reading, writing, and critical thinking abilities applicable across academic and professional contexts requiring command of English.