PhD in Études sémiotiques

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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At Université du Québec à Montréal in Montréal, Canada, PhD in Études sémiotiques is offered as a doctorate in Others programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 639 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Others

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit

International tuition: CAD 639 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

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Program details

Overview

The Interdisciplinary Doctorate in Semiotic Studies (Doctorat interdisciplinaire en études sémiotiques) at Université du Québec à Montréal renews contemporary research on the diversity of signs and the mechanisms of meaning and interpretation. It trains specialists who contribute to semiotic research through theoretical and applied approaches spanning literature, philosophy, communications, media, and the visual arts. The programme comprises 90 credits and is designed to be completed in four years of full-time study, or six years part-time, with courses offered mainly during the day and sometimes in the evening. Admission is offered in the fall and winter terms. Applicants must hold a master's degree (or the equivalent), completed with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on a 4.3 scale. Besides knowledge of French, applicants need at least a minimal reading competency in English, and strong English writing skills are strongly recommended.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.20 / 4.3

Admission Requirements: Applicants must hold a master's degree (or the equivalent), completed with a cumulative average of at least 3.2 on a 4.3 scale. In addition to knowledge of French, applicants must have at least minimal reading competency in English; strong English writing skills are strongly recommended.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Université du Québec à Montréal

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Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1969

Students: 34,845

Programs: 245

Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in Études sémiotiques award?

Université du Québec à Montréal awards a Doctorate in the field of Others on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in Études sémiotiques take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does PhD in Études sémiotiques cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 639 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

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