At University of Calgary in Calgary, Canada, English - MA - Course is offered as a master's degree in English Language Studies programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus.
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:English Language Studies
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Arts in English is a one-year, course-based degree for students seeking a deeper understanding of English studies alongside a rigorous set of research and writing skills. The program includes a core pro-seminar on critical skills and professional issues and culminates in a capstone project of approximately 50 pages. A creative writing option is available within the Literature specialization. The program is delivered on-campus with a September start and a two-year maximum completion window, and is intended as an efficient route toward doctoral study. Admission requires a four-year undergraduate degree with a major in English Literature or a closely related discipline, a 5-10 page sample of critical writing (plus an additional 10-page creative sample for creative writing applicants), and two reference letters. Non-native English speakers must meet the university's English language proficiency requirement.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.30 / 4.0
Admission Requirements: Minimum admission GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale over the final 60 units (10 full-course equivalents) of the undergraduate degree, and a completed four-year undergraduate program with a major in English Literature or a closely related discipline. Applicants submit a 5-10 page sample of critical writing; creative writing applicants also submit an additional 10-page creative sample. Two reference letters are required. Non-native English speakers must meet the English language proficiency requirement described in the Academic Calendar.
