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    Shakespeare and Creativity MA

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    Birmingham, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £27,090.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    £50.00
    App fee

    Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Birmingham, GB. Tuition is £27,090.

    About the program

    Blends academic study of Shakespeare with creative practice, including work with Royal Shakespeare Company artists on theatre projects and production of creative responses to Shakespeare's works for public engagement.

    Focus: coursework
    Top 50 QS World Rankings 2025 (English Language and Literature)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 3, 2026
    Term 2026
    Jul 3, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £29,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    £14,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham is £27,090.
    Is Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham online or in-person?
    Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham is offered in-person.
    How long does Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham take to complete?
    Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham?
    Per the program's published guidance: A 2:1 Honours Degree (or international equivalent) in English or a related subject
    What work-permit options follow Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham?
    Post-completion work rights for Shakespeare and Creativity MA at University of Birmingham: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)