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Master of Arts (MA) Course-based in English at University of Calgary

University of Calgary, Canada

Programme overview

Master of Arts (MA) Course-based in English is a graduate programme of the University of Calgary, offered through the Faculty of Arts (English). The MA, course-based is a continuous program with no scheduled break. This one-year program includes significant independent research, is SSHRC-eligible, and is appropriate for students who intend to proceed to doctoral studies.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Department: English  |  Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

What you will study

In addition to Faculty of Graduate Studies requirements and Faculty of Arts requirements, the Department requires: a) 21 units in English at the 600 or 700 level beyond the Honours BA or equivalent. b) ENGL710 . c) ENGL691 or its equivalent. All students must attend an orientation session.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In addition to Faculties of Graduate Studies and Arts requirements , the Department requires: a) A completed four-year undergraduate program (or equivalent) with a Major in English Literature or in a closely related discipline. b) A minimum admission grade point average of 3.3 on a four-point scale over the final 60 units of the undergraduate degree. c) A Statement of Intent. d) A 5-10 page sample of critical writing; for creative writing applicants, an additional 10-page sample of creative writing. e) For applicants required to provide proof of proficiency in English, a minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) score of 97 (5.0 for tests taken after January 21, 2026); an IELTS score of 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5); a CAEL score of 70 (with no section less than 65); a PTE score of 68; a Duolingo score of 135 (with no subscore below 115); or a Cambridge score of 191.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate academic term start dates are Fall (September 1), Winter (January 1), Spring (May 1) and Summer (July 1); intake terms vary by programme.

The graduate application fee is $125 for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and $145 for international students, per application; applications are made online and deadlines are set by each programme.

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