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American Studies and Ethnicity (PhD) at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary doctoral programme in American studies and ethnicity. The department does not admit MA-only applicants; the MA is a transitional degree on the way to the PhD.

Faculty: USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences  |  Department: American Studies and Ethnicity  |  Duration: Minimum 64 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Coursework totals at least 64 units, including AMST 500 Introduction to American Studies and Ethnicity, two 600-level seminars, one foreign language, competency in two methodologies and four graduate courses in one discipline, followed by a four-field qualifying examination, prospectus and dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application deadline: December 1.

Duration: Minimum 64 units

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