Queen Mary's College, Chennai
M.A. English Literature
Two years of lit theory, postcolonial reads, and digital humanities at a historic NAAC ‘A’ graded Chennai campus.
Key numbers
Duration
2 Years
Total Fees
₹5,700
Intake
30 Seats
NAAC Grade
A (3.16)
Institute NIRF Rank
#71
Investment
₹0.1L total
~₹0.0L per year
- Tuition Fee₹2,850per year
Are you eligible?
Subject Background
You need an undergraduate degree with English Literature as a core subject.
Admission Mode
Purely merit-based — no entrance exam required.
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Top recruiters
2-Year Roadmap
Year +0
Year 1
Literary Theory, Postcolonial Literature, Gender Studies, and Research Methodology.
Year +1
Year 2
Digital Humanities, advanced seminars, and a full Dissertation.
Year +2
Post-MA
Academia prep, NET/SET, publishing, or content strategy roles.
Hostel & Scholarships Available
On-campus stay and scholarship support mean less rent stress and more time to actually finish your reading list.
The verdict
Good fit
If you want a rock-solid, low-cost MA in English Literature from a reputed Chennai institution, this is a rare find. Outcomes lean toward academia, publishing, and media rather than corporate fat paychecks, so bring your own hustle.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Budget-friendly master's
- ✓ English Literature & research focus
- ✓ Merit-based admission
Doesn't match
- ✗ High corporate salary packages
- ✗ Tech/STEM career pivot
- ✗ Extensive on-campus placement support