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PhD 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: 12 Terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Thesis-based programme, full-time, 12 Terms in length.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum average of A- (80%) in a Master's degree. Proficiency in two languages in addition to English, at a level sufficient to do graduate-level work on texts in those languages. English proficiency at a minimum of IELTS overall score of 8 (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 April

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines, which may differ for domestic and international applicants. The application fee is $185 CAD for most graduate programmes.

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