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The Graduate Certificate in Critical Theory provides students with foundational knowledge in critical theory's philosophical underpinnings. By integrating insights from philosophy, psychoanalysis, Marxism, literary studies, and sociology, critical theory equips learners with methodologies to analyze and assess contemporary society and cultural works. This program welcomes graduate students currently pursuing degrees at CU Boulder.
Applicants must:
Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, or have done work equivalent to that required for such a degree.
Show promise of ability to pursue advanced study and research, as judged by the student’s scholastic record.
Have adequate preparation to enter graduate study in the chosen field. Have at least a 2.75 (2.00=C) undergraduate grade point average.
All international applicants are required to meet a minimum standard of English proficiency.
Paper-Based TOEFL - 537
Internet Based TOEFL - 75
IELTS - 6.0