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PhD Theory and Criticism at Western University

Western University, Canada

Programme overview

Western's program has established strengths in social & political theory and media & cultural studies, while maintaining its traditional strengths in critical theory and continental philosophy. What distinguishes the Theory Centre's MA program from other graduate programs is the serious attention given to intellectual history, and to its connection to contemporary forms of critical theory.

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 Master's degree or equivalent in a Humanities or Social Science subject with a minimum A- (83%) average. Evidence of research potential and previous theoretical work, indicated by the applicant's course record and in writing samples submitted as part of the application. Application deadline: January 8 - Acceptance notifications usually take place in March

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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