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MA Comparative Literature at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

Western’s program in Comparative Literature has recognized strengths in various literatures (especially – but not limited to – American, Canadian, Classical, English, French & Francophone, German, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian and Spanish). What distinguishes it from similar programs across the country (Toronto, Alberta, Montreal...) is the insistent focus on critical theory, postcolonial literature, East-West cultural relationships and inter-media studies (particularly visual art and film). Many of those teaching in the program are well established scholars of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and 18-20th-century cultures.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Duration: 3 Terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Project-based programme, full-time, 3 Terms in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours B.A. degree. A minimum average of B+ (78%) for the last two years of study. In addition to proficiency in English, the M.A. Program requires for admission proficiency – at a level sufficient to read original texts and pursue graduate-level work – in a language in which research can be supported by the Program's core faculty (please see ELP requirements below). Additional Requirements. A sample of written work in English (no less than 10 pages, no more than 20 pages). Application deadline: February 1 - Acceptance notification at the beginning of March

Graduate programmes charge Fall, Winter and Summer terms; Ivey MBA Direct has a July intake, the Accelerated MBA a November intake, and the Executive MBA September and February intakes. Deadlines and intake terms vary by programme.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. Applications are made through Western's online graduate application. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes; $290 for Communication Sciences and Disorders (MClSc), Occupational Therapy (MSc OT) and Physical Therapy (MPT); $150 for Ivey MBA and Ivey MSc; $350 for Orthodontics.

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