About this course
University of Birmingham offers MA Shakespeare and Creativity as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Language and Literature. Based in Birmingham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £27,090 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 88. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in English or a related subject, or you’ll need relevant professional experience instead. If you don't have the required academic background, you can study our Fall in with Shakespeare or Spring into Shakespeare short course before applying for the MA. Completing one of the short courses can be used instead of a 2:1 Honours degree as entry onto the MA Shakespeare with Creativity. If you're applying based on your professional experience, you'll need to document your experience in a portfolio.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
