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At Ollscoil na Gaillimhe – University of Galway, the tuition fee is 19,300 EUR per year.

Course Introduction

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The MA in English offers you a focused yet adaptable degree path in advanced literary studies. You will have options to explore areas as diverse as literary classics, historic magazines, contemporary bestsellers, digital works, Irish films, young adult fiction, and service learning. You will also research and write an original dissertation on a topic reflecting your own interests.

Why Choose This Course?

• Unique Course: With its unique range of optional modules, the programme deepens your knowledge of literature in English beyond the undergraduate experience.
• Practical Training: The programme’s dissertation component gives you experience in conducting advanced research, analysis and evidence-based argument.
• Employability: Graduates have transferable skills relevant to any employment involving effective communications, information analysis and critical thinking.

National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) is a historic university founded in 1845 and located in the vibrant city of Galway on Ireland’s west coast. Serving approximately 19,000 students, including around 4,000 international students, NUI Galway blends a strong research profile with a welcoming campus culture. The university’s location provides a rich cultural backdrop with music, arts, and proximity to scenic landscapes, offering a balanced student lifestyle.

Academic offerings span disciplines with research-led teaching and ample opportunities for international collaboration and mobility. Students benefit from well-resourced libraries, research centers, and dedicated supports for international learners, such as orientation, language assistance, and integration activities. The campus fosters active student societies, volunteer projects, and engagement with local industry, creating practical learning alongside academic rigor.

Graduates from NUI Galway gain credentials respected across Europe and beyond, supported by career services that facilitate internships, placements, and employer connections. Prospective international students should prepare transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a clear study plan to make the most of available programs. Early engagement with student services and faculty advisors helps customize course choices and research opportunities to individual ambitions within this historic and outward-looking university.