Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in English and Cultural Studies

McMaster University

Combining our commitment to the exploration of English literatures of all periods with the study of critical theory and cultural studies, the Department of English & Cultural Studies offers a comprehensive PhD program. Our PhD program, which combines our long-standing commitment to the exploration of English literature of all periods with the study of critical theory and cultural studies, offers valuable opportunities for students to develop their research and teaching. PhD students in our rich and rigorous program will interact with peers and faculty in a range of graduate courses, expand their breadth of knowledge through methodological workshops and engage with our research-intensive community and its expertise. The PhD program normally entails four years of study. Over the degree program, students will complete coursework, comprehensive examination papers, research seminars and a dissertation under the supervision of an expert committee.

Faculty of Humanities