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The Master of Arts in English program lets you tailor your studies by selecting either English Literature or Creative Writing as your focus. The English Literature track enables you to examine diverse literary works spanning poetry, novels, nonfiction, digital content, and even interactive media like video games. Guided by our experienced faculty, you'll push past conventional academic limits while investigating multiple formats and styles. Throughout this exploration, you'll maintain scholarly rigor through our department's strong emphasis on literary history.
For the Creative Writing concentration, you'll refine your craft alongside fellow writers. The program includes seminars to deepen your appreciation of various works while you develop your thesis under faculty mentorship aligned with your creative interests. You'll enjoy the liberty to pursue your artistic goals and develop your unique writing style in Montreal's thriving cultural scene. The program welcomes thesis proposals in both conventional and experimental formats, including digital platforms.