Toronto,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Comparative Literature in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto
University of Toronto
|
Toronto Canada
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
30,350
(c. USD21,987.18)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Centre for Comparative Literature provides Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy programs for students prepared to engage in multilingual literary studies. Candidates conduct research spanning multiple languages, national literatures, and interdisciplinary theoretical questions. At the University of Toronto, the Centre delivers M.A. and Ph.D. programs covering all major literary periods from classical to modern, with special focus on literary theory and critical analysis.
Established by Northrop Frye in 1969, the Centre stands out in North America for its distinctive structure, objectives, and implementation. Every student follows a customized program designed to deliver comprehensive training in literary heritage alongside systematic examination of diverse theoretical perspectives. With Toronto's extensive language offerings, literary collections, and specialized resources, students can investigate literary works across numerous cultural and linguistic traditions, while the Centre's concentration on contemporary literary theory ensures analytical and methodological unity in their studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
An appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university that includes courses in literature and languages with an average grade equivalent to at least a University of Toronto B+ in the applicant's overall program.
Demonstrated experience in the study of two literatures (or in comparative literature and one national literature) at the undergraduate level and an ability to work at the graduate level in at least one language other than English.
English language requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required score: 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.
Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) Including Writing and Speaking Sections: Overall score: 93; Writing: 22; Speaking: 22
Academic English Level 60: Required score: B
Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Online: Required score: 70 minimum total with at least 60 in each part.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): Required score: 76 minimum total with at least 22 in each component and 32 in writing
Cambridge Assessment English: Required score: minimum 185 overall with at least 176 in each component.
Tuition
CAD
30,350