MA Children's Literature - Theory and Criticism pathway

Goldsmiths, University of London

Expand your understanding of children’s and young adult literature by specialising as a researcher, creative writer, or children’s book illustrator with the MA Children’s Literature programme.Develop a well-rounded understanding of children’s and young adult (YA) literature, focusing on its creative, cultural, and commercial impact in the UK and globally.Learn from leading figures in children’s and young adult literature, including former Children’s Laureate, Professor Michael Rosen.Engage with industry professionals, educators, and literacy advocates who regularly join us as guest speakers.Benefit from the opportunity to apply for one of our internships to support the development of your career. In 2024-2025, placement opportunities were offered with the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education and Usborne Books, a leading independent children’s publisher.Celebrate the importance of culturally relevant books for showing underrepresented readers that they have a place in the world. Our core module – Inclusion and Diversity – examines how texts for young people can challenge and disrupt existing power systems.Specialise as a researcher, creative writer, or children’s book illustrator and build a portfolio of work to support you in life beyond the MA Children’s Literature.MA Children’s Literature: Theoretical Approaches to Children’s and Young Adult Literature (Theory and Criticism pathway):This pathway is for those who want to specialise as a researcher and a critical thinker. Whether you come from an academic, publishing, education, or children's media background, and whether you are an established professional or just starting out, this pathway will support your development in the world of children’s and YA literature.