Study Storytelling MRes

Course Highlights

The MRes will give you a detailed critical understanding of the study of stories, storytelling and narrative in English. You will explore a wide range of approaches to storytelling, learning about topics such as folklore, podcasting and story mapping.

We offer expertise in a variety of writers and eras – including in the practice of creative writing and in a wide range of literary specialisms – which will facilitate your exploration of your own interests in particular forms of narrative and storytelling.

You will have the opportunity to engage with lecturers from a range of subject areas, making this an interdisciplinary course. And through connections with external organisations within Chester, you will develop an awareness of the many and varied ways in which storytelling can be understood and encountered. We also recognise the importance of pastoral support and offer a supportive environment in which to learn and study.

Course Modules

Learning Structure

Teaching

• Teaching will take place at both the Chester’s Exton Park learning site and other locations depending on the student project. It will be delivered through lectures, seminars and one-to-one supervision with an academic and/or an external practitioner.
• Regular supervision between students and academics, the MRes in Storytelling will also require substantial independent study.

Assessment

• Assessment may include a range of written types of coursework, including annotated bibliographies, essays, reports, reviews, and oral presentations, though assessment types can change.
• You will also write a final 28,000-word dissertation on a topic of your own choice.

Entry Requirements

• 4-year Bachelor's degree in either English Literature and Creative Writing or Creative Writing discipline with CGPA 3.00 or 65% of marks (or above) from recognised institution.

  CGPA 2.75 is acceptable of the following universities:

  1. North South University (NSU)
  2. BRAC University
  3. Independent University Bangladesh (IUB)
  4. American International University Bangladesh (AIUB)
  5. Asian University for Women (AUW)
  6. Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP)
• A 2:1 or above honours degree in either English Literature and Creative Writing or Creative Writing discipline.

English Language Requirements

Documentary Evidence List

• Academic Transcripts
• Degree Certificate
• English Test (IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE/ Duolingo - UKVI accepted)
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• 2 Recommendation Letters (LORs)
• Updated CV/ Resume
• Research Proposal (for Research/ PhD)
• Work Experience Certificates (if study gap)
• Passport Copy

Study Gaps

For applicants with an academic or professional gap of up to 5 years, admission is generally considered acceptable. If the gap exceeds this period, applications may still be successful but will typically be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

To strengthen your profile, it is important to:

• Provide a clear explanation of how you spent the gap period (e.g., employment, further learning, personal responsibilities).
• Emphasize the skills and experiences you developed during this time that are relevant to the program.
• Demonstrate that your academic qualifications continue to meet the course entry requirements.