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The Book. History and Techniques of Analysis
The MLitt in The Book. History and Techniques of Analysis at the University of St Andrews offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the book world from the inception of the printed book in the 15th century to the invention of the mechanised press in the 19th century.
Modern and Contemporary Literature and Culture
The MLitt in Modern and Contemporary Literature and Culture at the University of St Andrews explores the key texts, contexts and theories that have shaped literature and culture from 1900 to the present.
Medieval History
During the Medieval History programme at the University of St Andrews gain a deep understanding of a variety of topics across the medieval worlds, from Central Asia to the Atlantic and from Iceland to Egypt.
Biblical Languages and Literature
The MLitt in Biblical Languages and Literature at the University of St Andrews offers students with existing competence in Biblical languages the opportunity to increase their linguistic and exegetical skills through sustained close and critical engagement with the Biblical texts and themes.
Philosophy
The MLitt in Philosophy at the University of St Andrews is an interdisciplinary subject that examines and attempts to answer questions raised by human life and action, natural science, art and literature, language and communication, and history.
Comparative Literature
During the MLitt in Comparative Literature at the University of St Andrews develop skills in cross-cultural communication, cultural competence and empathy – all highly valued by employers in an increasingly globalised world.
Iranian Studies
During the MLitt in Iranian Studies at the University of St Andrews study the history, politics and international relations of Iran in a diverse and intellectually stimulating way – supported by St Andrews' unique range of expertise.
Romantic and Victorian Studies
The MLitt in Romantic and Victorian Studies at the University of St Andrews enhances students' knowledge and thinking about Romanticism and Victorian literature through the study of literary culture from the 1790s to 1900.
Creative Writing
During this MLitt in Creative Writing at the University of St Andrews develop original work while providing critical and creative study in either poetry or prose.
Social Anthropology
With the MRes in Social Anthropology at the University of St Andrews explore the immense diversity of contemporary human social and cultural experience worldwide.

Bible and the Contemporary World
The MLitt in Bible and the Contemporary World at the University of St Andrews is a course that connects biblical and theological studies with other disciplines in the arts, humanities and social sciences.
Classics
With the MLitt in Classics at the University of St Andrews specialise in a range of areas, such as Greek or Latin literature, ancient history, classical archaeology, and ancient philosophy.
Playwriting and Screenwriting
The MLitt in Playwriting and Screenwriting at the University of St Andrews provides a gateway into the professional world of writing for stage, radio or screen.
Christian Theology
At the Christian Theology programme offered by University of St Andrews you will Study central themes in Christian thought and carry out contemporary research in systematic, historical and philosophical theology.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) - Distance Learning
The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) - Distance Learning at the University of St Andrews provide the opportunity to integrate the theory and practice of teaching English to speakers of other languages. They are designed to be useful to experienced teachers and those considering a career in English language teaching.