Overview

Our Humanities students at Concordia University Montréal enter the program with an MA or MFA and come from a variety of disciplines across the humanities, social sciences and fine arts.

Features

They benefit from a vibrant academic milieu that encourages innovative thinking and cross-disciplinary approaches to today's vital issues.

Some examples of topics being looked at by students in the program include digital culture, First People's studies, globalization and women's studies

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Seminar in Interdisciplinary Studies

Directed Studies

Advanced Seminar in Special Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies

Comprehensive Examination Minor Field

Thesis Proposal with Defence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Credits

90 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Montréal, Canada

Disciplines

Liberal Arts Literature View 12 other PhDs in Literature in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Duolingo English Test

120

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Other requirements

General requirements

MA or MFA with high standing from a recognized university.

Portfolio (for research-creation applicants).

Research or research-creation proposal.

Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

22925 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22925 CAD per year during 48 months.
National

5200 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5200 CAD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Montréal

1074 - 1759 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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