Program Overview

English - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The PhD in English program is a unique and limited enrolment program that integrates literary studies with fields such as rhetoric, new media, and discourse analysis. Conducting original research, students become agile scholars in multiple fields. Working with preeminent faculty, students develop a singular research project that combines literary, rhetorical, and digital studies, while also developing as a teacher. The program offers opportunities to participate in events and present research at national and international conferences.

Research Fields

• Experimental Digital Media
• Genres
• Literary Theory and Discourse Analysis
• Rhetoric

Program Overview

Department/School

English Language and Literature

Faculty

Faculty of Arts

Admit Term(s)

Fall (September - December)

Delivery Mode

On-campus

Program Type

Doctoral, Research

Length of Program

48 months (full-time)

Registration Option(s)

Full-time, Part-time

Study Option(s)

Thesis

Application Deadlines

• February 1 (for admission in September)

Admission Requirements

Students may be admitted to the PhD program upon completion of an MA program in English. Although candidates normally enter PhD studies from master's programs, it is possible for outstanding candidates to enter directly from an Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA). Because enrolment in the program is limited, only candidates with an 85% average and up will be considered. Applicants should also complete a Plan of Study detailing plans for their PhD studies and describing their goals once their studies are completed.

Degree Requirements

Review the degree requirements in the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar, including the courses that you can anticipate taking as part of completing the degree.

Application Materials

• Program-specific questions (PSQ)
  • These are questions specific to the program you’re applying to.
• Transcript(s)
• References
  • Three academic references are required.
• Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable
  • TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)

Tuition and Fees

Visit the graduate program tuition page to determine the tuition and incidental fees per term for your program. Review living costs and housing, including the PhD housing guarantee program for admitted students. Review the funding graduate school resources for graduate students.