PhD Comparative Literature at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

Comparative literature is the oldest field of literary criticism, dating back to the seventeenth century. Among the wide range of studies currently conducted in comparative literature nationally and internationally, this program focuses on theories of literary criticism and its explanatory bases; indeed, the program is seen as one of the principal initiators of such fields of study.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Duration: 5 years / 42 major credits + 24 thesis credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Required Courses, Major Electives, Related Courses, Outside Courses, Dissertation Credits. Courses should include at least 12 8xxx-level course credits, excluding CSCL 8001 and CSCL 8002. Application of 4xxx-level courses toward degree requirements requires approval of the advisor and director of graduate studies.

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Entry requirements

A BS and/or MA degree in a humanities or a social science discipline or other relevant field. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 5 years / 42 major credits + 24 thesis credits

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