British Columbia,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in English in Prince George Canada | University of Northern British Columbia
University of Northern British Columbia
|
Prince George Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
7,797
(c. USD5,590.13)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Literature serves as both a mirror and a shaper of our worldviews, influencing social theories and practices. Engaging with literary works offers students valuable perspectives on historical and contemporary notions of identity, cultural heritage, and human connections across societies. From Aristotle's era onward, scholars have recognized "setting" as a fundamental literary element, making literature a powerful tool for examining our relationship with both human societies and natural environments. In our current global context, where intercultural tensions and ecological crises demand urgent attention, literary analysis creates an essential space for thoughtful discussion and cultural transformation.
English literature studies equip students with vital analytical and integrative abilities, enabling them to tackle intricate issues and formulate creative solutions. More than most academic fields, it prioritizes language proficiency, nurturing strong writing and speaking capabilities that prove invaluable in professional settings.
The English MA program offers flexible full-time or part-time enrollment, with options for either a course-focused path (including ENGL 770-12) or a combination of coursework and thesis research. Each admitted student receives personalized guidance from a supervisor who oversees their academic journey. During initial consultations with their advisory team, students select courses that align with their research interests, typically completing most coursework in the first year. The subsequent year focuses primarily on thesis development or, for course-based candidates, finishing remaining classes and a significant research project.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
In general applicants to a Masters degree program must hold a fouryear Baccalaureate degree or equivalent from a recognized institution with a Cumulative GPA equivalent to at least 3.00 B at UNBC.
Applicants to the UNBC English MA program must follow the admission requirements outlined in General Admission of the Graduate Academic Calendar Entrance to the MA is competitive only applicants with a record of excellence are admitted Therefore applicants must provide the following information with their applications
a senior-level undergraduate research paper as a writing sample
undergraduate transcripts
strong letters of academic recommendations
strong letter of intent
evidence of interest in the MAs areas of research specialization Literature Culture Place
the name of the faculty member who is willing to supervise their thesis work or major research paper if possible
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test with not less than 20 in any of the reading listening writing or speaking components or equivalent other TOEFL score UNBCs institutional TOEFL code is 0320.
IELTS International English Language Testing System academic score of at least 6.5 overall with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules.
CAEL Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or the CAEL CE overall 70 with no subtest below 60.
MELAB Michigan English Language Assessment Battery 85 final score with 3 in the speaking test.
Domestic applicants are normally required to have a minimum overall average of 3.00 B for third and fourth-year courses.
A final grade of 3.00 B or better in both the UNBC English Language Studies 50 and English Language Studies 170 obtained concurrently and prior to application for graduate admission.
A final grade of 3.00 B or better in an articulated BCCAT EAP 4 program prior to application for graduate admission.
Applicants to the UNBC English MA program must follow the admission requirements outlined in General Admission of the Graduate Academic Calendar Entrance to the MA is competitive only applicants with a record of excellence are admitted Therefore applicants must provide the following information with their applications
a senior-level undergraduate research paper as a writing sample
undergraduate transcripts
strong letters of academic recommendations
strong letter of intent
evidence of interest in the MAs areas of research specialization Literature Culture Place
the name of the faculty member who is willing to supervise their thesis work or major research paper if possible
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language score of 90 or higher in the internet-based test with not less than 20 in any of the reading listening writing or speaking components or equivalent other TOEFL score UNBCs institutional TOEFL code is 0320.
IELTS International English Language Testing System academic score of at least 6.5 overall with not less than 6.0 in any of the four modules.
CAEL Canadian Academic English Language Assessment or the CAEL CE overall 70 with no subtest below 60.
MELAB Michigan English Language Assessment Battery 85 final score with 3 in the speaking test.
Domestic applicants are normally required to have a minimum overall average of 3.00 B for third and fourth-year courses.
A final grade of 3.00 B or better in both the UNBC English Language Studies 50 and English Language Studies 170 obtained concurrently and prior to application for graduate admission.
A final grade of 3.00 B or better in an articulated BCCAT EAP 4 program prior to application for graduate admission.
Tuition
CAD
7,797