PhD in English Literature - Canadian Studies in Ottawa Canada | University of Ottawa

The English Department provides Master of Arts (thesis or non-thesis) and Doctor of Philosophy programs in English. These programs prepare students for advanced research in British, Canadian, and American literature, grounded in comprehensive literary history and contemporary critical approaches. The department hosts the renowned annual Canadian Literature Symposium and boasts an accomplished, widely published faculty. The Ontario Council on Graduate Studies (OCGS) has repeatedly granted the department its top accreditation.
At the master's level, the department collaborates with Women's Studies and Medieval and Renaissance Studies programs, while PhD candidates can participate in the Canadian Studies collaborative program.
The University of Ottawa's expertise in key disciplines, bilingual environment, and capital location make it ideal for doctoral students seeking interdisciplinary Canadian Studies specialization. This program enhances traditional humanities and social sciences doctoral training with cross-disciplinary perspectives.