MA in Comparative Literature - Classics and Classical Reception in Davis United States | University of California Davis

The M.A. program in Comparative Literature with a thesis option equips students for advanced academic study or professional careers. Our graduate candidates benefit from instruction by a diverse faculty team within Comparative Literature and related departments, including East Asian Languages and Cultures, English, French and Italian, German and Russian, Middle East/South Asian Languages, and Religious Studies. We encourage applications from humanities-focused individuals seeking to deepen their knowledge of comparative literary studies. The curriculum blends foundational courses in comparative theory with specialized studies in various languages and literary traditions. Candidates will develop a Master's thesis with guidance from a dedicated committee and participate in a supportive thesis-writing group.

The Designated Emphasis in Classics and Classical Receptions examines ancient Greek and Roman civilizations while investigating their enduring cultural legacy. This program particularly benefits scholars whose work intersects with classical literature, history, and culture, providing structured training in classical research methods and theoretical approaches. (previously known as Classics and the Classical Tradition)