English Literature / Philosophy, MA (Hons)

Explore all aspects of English literature from early modern to postmodern periods, drawing on expertise in American, Irish, and postcolonial literatures, critical theory, creative writing, and literature's intersections with arts, media, and science. Philosophy systematically addresses profound questions on knowledge, life, morality, science, and human nature through reason and argument.At the University of Glasgow, access world-class resources like the Hunterian collection and Library Special Collections (strong in 18th-19th centuries, travel, manuscripts, and author holdings), plus reading parties in the Highlands and a vibrant Philosophy Society. English Literature and Philosophy degrees are highly valued across arts, education, media, PR, finance, business, and technology, fostering skills in argumentation, analysis, creativity, and critical thinking. Recent Philosophy graduates have joined Hydrogen Group (recruitment), Hopscotch Films (TV research), The Guardian (audience editor), and Civil Service fast track (Treasury, MoD).