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Deepen knowledge of internationally-recognized literary works and authors. Only program of its kind that includes Jewish literature and thought.

 

Bar-Ilan University offers a wide range of possibilities for pursuing an advanced degree in English Literature. This two-to-three-year program gives students a chance to expand their knowledge of British and American literature and literary theory, and develop high-level academic writing and research skills applicable to a variety of professions.

In addition to high-level courses in literary theory and advanced academic writing, students in the program can choose from a range of graduate seminars focused on literary topics from the classic to the contemporary.

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    Application Requirements
    • BA or equivalent. (GPA 85 and above). Official transcripts must be submitted with application.
    • Personal resume/CV.
    • Separate list (including grades), in English, of all courses taken in literature.
    • Writing sample of an academic essay written in English – preferably on a topic related to literature.
    • Short (up to one page) statement of purpose explaining why the student wants to pursue a graduate degree in English.

    Students who did not major in English literature or a related field in their previous degrees will be asked to take prerequisite courses. The number and nature of prerequisites (up to a full year) will be determined based on the student’s academic background.

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      Thesis Track
      • Two required departmental courses
      • Four graduate-level seminars
      • Two extended research papers
      • Graduate Thesis
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        Extended Studies Track (Without Thesis)
        • Two required departmental courses
        • Six graduate-level seminars
        • Three undergraduate electives
        • Three seminar papers

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          Sample List of Graduate Seminars
          • Reading the Serial Victorian Novel
          • Literature and Religion
          • Shakespeare and Gender
          • Cinderella Stories: Unequal Matches in the British Novel
          • Writing the Nation
          • Milton as a Creative Writer

          During their degree, students are also required to take 1-2 Jewish Studies courses or 1-2 general elective courses.

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            Career Opportunities
            • Teaching: Opportunities to teach English literature at high schools or language schools, or to work in programs focused on ESL (English as a Second Language).
            • Publishing: Roles in editing, literary criticism, or publishing in various formats, including books, journals, or online platforms
            • Creative Writing: Pursuing a career as a novelist, poet, or playwright, possibly through writing workshops or literary festivals
            • Content Creation and Marketing: Creating content for websites, blogs, or social media, focusing on literature, culture, or education.
            • Media and Journalism: Writing articles, reviews, or essays for newspapers, magazines, or online publications.
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