Studies in Comparative Literatures and Arts (MA)

Faculty of Humanities Master of Arts

  • Main Campus

The SCLA program is an interdisciplinary and interfaculty program that not only focuses on the study of literature from different nations but also examines the ways in which literature enters into dialogue with the fine and performing arts. Throughout the program, students examine contemporary approaches to texts of various types, as well as the possibilities and problems that arise in comparative studies, including issues related to the translation and adaption of works.

Entry point:

Our program is making improvements and will not be admitting students for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Duration:

  • MRP – 3 terms (1 year)
  • Thesis – 4 terms (16 months)

Application deadline:

  • We are not accepting applications at this time.

Applications submitted after the deadline may be looked at on a first-come, first-served basis. International applicants interested in applying after the posted application deadline should contact the program for details on availability.

General program inquiries
Graduate program director
Catherine Parayre
Graduate program coordinator
Nicole Matthews

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Admission requirements

  1. Check the university requirements and the program requirements. *Note* Students entering the program must have a reading knowledge of at least one language other than English or fulfill the language requirement during their M.A. studies by either taking a first-year course or a language test.
  2. Complete the online application and submit the non-refundable application fee.
  3. You will need to submit your transcripts as well as the following program-specific materials:
    • Two references are required.
    • A resume outlining your educational and professional experience.
    • A Statement of Intent indicating your reasons for pursuing this degree and your thoughts on possible strategies for dealing with an interdisciplinary approach to the study of literature and the other arts. This is particularly important given that applicants will normally have obtained an undergraduate degree with a single or combined major, but one that does not necessarily entail comparative analysis across the arts.

Career outcomes

  • PhD programs
  • Museum curator
  • Performing Arts
  • University and/or College Instructor
  • Positions in government agencies