Overview

Features

Our graduate Modern Languages and Cultural Studies programs at University of Alberta produce specialists working in the specialization disciplines of Applied Linguistics, Media and Cultural Studies, Translation Studies and Transnational and Comparative Literatures.

Programme Structure

Specializations:

Applied Linguistics

Media and Cultural Studies

Translation Studies

Transnational and Comparative Literatures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Language Studies View 35 other PhDs in Language Studies in Canada

Academic requirements

GPA

3.3

English requirements

PTE Academic

61

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Curriculum Vitae

Three references (for PhD applicants, one referee should be the Master’s supervisor)

Statement of Purpose – describe academic background and reasons for pursuing graduate studies

Two academic writing samples – one written in English and one in the language of focus area.

Applicants to the thesis-based MA or PhD programs must also submit a Research Proposal – 4-5 pages, including a review of background literature, general information regarding methodology and goals, and a bibliography.

Tuition Fee

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International

8874 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8874 CAD per year during 72 months.
National

4732 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4732 CAD per year during 72 months.

Living costs for Edmonton

1201 - 1992 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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