PhD in Literature 48 months PHD Program By Université de Montréal |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

9,435 CADTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

With its 6 options, the doctorate in literature allows you to conduct independent research in a field that fascinates you. Your thesis must demonstrate a significant contribution to the advancement of knowledge in your field of expertise.

Program overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

With its 6 options, the doctorate in literature allows you to conduct independent research in a field that fascinates you. Your thesis must demonstrate a significant contribution to the advancement of knowledge in your field of expertise.

Admission requirements

3.3+

General eligibility conditions

To be eligible as a regular student, the candidate must meet the general eligibility conditions (section XI) of the Educational Regulations for Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.

Required diplomas and admission thresholds: Quebec

To meet the Université de Montréal average of 3.3 out of 4.3, candidates from this province must meet the following requirements:

Degree accepted: Masters, Masters; duration: 2 years

Minimum average:

  • Bishop: 80%
  • Concordia University: 3.3/4.3
  • Higher Technology School: 3.3/4.3
  • HEC Montreal: 3.3/4.3
  • McGill University: 3.0/4.0
  • Polytechnique Montréal: 3.0/4.0
  • University of Sherbrooke: 3.3/4.3
  • Laval University: 3.3/4.3
  • Universities of Quebec: 3.3/4.3
Conditions specific to this program

To be eligible as a regular student for the Doctorate in Literature, the candidate must:

  • meet the general eligibility conditions (section XXVI) of the Educational Regulations for Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
  • have obtained, in the 2nd cycle, an average of at least 3.3 out of 4.3 or the equivalent
It must also meet the conditions specific to the chosen option

Options comparative and general literature and theory and epistemology of literature

  • hold a graduate degree in a field of literary studies
The candidate must have a good knowledge of at least three languages, including French and English, and two literatures. In some cases, knowledge of a fourth language may be required.

German studies option

  • hold a graduate degree in German studies with dissertation or provide proof of training considered equivalent
The candidate must have an excellent knowledge of German and a good knowledge of two other languages, including French. In some cases, knowledge of a fourth language may be required.

Hispanic studies option

  • hold a graduate degree in Hispanic studies with dissertation or provide proof of training deemed equivalent
The candidate must have excellent knowledge of Spanish and good knowledge of two other languages, including French. In some cases, knowledge of a fourth language may be required.

Literary and intermedial studies option

  • hold a graduate degree in cinema studies, literary studies, media studies or any other field deemed equivalent
The candidate must have a good knowledge of at least three languages, including French and English, and literature.

Digital humanities option

  • hold a graduate degree in literary studies or any other field deemed equivalent
The candidate must have a good knowledge of French and English, and literature.

4 Years
Aug
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

2,022 CAD
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International Students

9,435 CAD
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