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Every region across the globe boasts its own poets, storytellers, and historians. UNB's Comparative Literature program explores the cultural and linguistic distinctions that set them apart. You'll examine literary works transcending national boundaries, historical eras, and diverse languages and styles. The curriculum includes analyzing translated literature and debating the challenges of converting texts between languages. Additionally, you'll discover how a global perspective on literature reveals our shared humanity while investigating connections between literary studies and other fields.
Practical experience opportunities:
Those passionate about world literature comparisons can contribute as writers or editors for Vox literary magazine, engage in theater production courses, or initiate cross-disciplinary dialogues on various genres.
Developed competencies:
Analytical abilities for both spoken and written expression
Effective verbal and written communication
Innovative engagement with concepts and texts
Cultural sensitivity through literary study
Methodological research techniques
High school students applying to undergraduate programs at the University of New Brunswick must meet the following three sets of requirements in order to be considered for admission.
The University of New Brunswick accepts qualified applicants from all countries. Entry requirements may vary from country to country.
English language proficiency requirements:
TOEFL IBT with a minimum overall score of 85
IELTS or IELTS Indicator with a minimum overall score of 6.5
CAEL CE or CAEL Online with a minimum overall score of 60
Pearson Vue Test with a minimum score of 59
Cambridge English Assessment C1 advanced or C2 proficiency with a minimum score of 176
Duolingo with a minimum overall score of 115
Application Deadline: Fall term (September start) — apply before June 1; Winter term (January start) — apply before Oct. 1; Summer (various start dates from May–August) — apply before Feb. 1