| Our M.A. offers subjects in British, Canadian, American, Irish, and Postcolonial literatures in English, as well as Critical Theory. Students may also receive an M.A. in English by completing a concentration in Cultural, Social, and Political Thought (CSPT). M.A. students may also do a concentration in Literatures of the West Coast (LWC), Medieval and Early Modern Studies (MEMS), or Nineteenth Century Studies (NCS).
The M.A. program consists of course work only, course work and a master's essay, or course work and a master's thesis. The course work only M.A provides a broader range of experience with different historical periods, methodological approaches, and literary genres than the master's essay degree. Such experience is particularly valuable for future teaching at the college and university level. The master's essay M.A. offers students the opportunity to take many courses over a broad and diverse range of offerings. Students can participate in courses that vary not only in subject material, but also in critical approaches, requirements, and pedagogical methodologies. The wider background in literature and theory acquired through the master's essay program provides excellent preparation for admission into Ph.D. programs in general, and for doctoral candidacy examinations in particular. Further, it offers students the broad knowledge necessary to pursue a university or college teaching career.
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| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 80 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Admission to the M.A. program requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably with an honours or major that includes courses in all or most areas of English literature including critical theory, with a minimum overall average of at least A-. |
| Application Notes : | The department requires a 10- to 15-page typed essay demonstrating advanced literary and/or critical studies ability. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.