Offered by Western University in London, Canada, Hispanic Studies (PhD) is a doctorate in Linguistics & Language Studies programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 2,120 per semester.
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Linguistics & Language Studies
Duration: 4 years
International tuition: CAD 2,120 / semester
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The PhD in Hispanic Studies at Western University is an interdisciplinary, thesis-based doctoral program in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, combining research, teaching, and community engagement across Spanish language, culture, and literature. Program strengths include transatlantic studies, visual arts, text and music, digital humanities, and experimental linguistics covering language acquisition, language loss, heritage speakers, and language change due to contact; students may participate in research at CulturePlex, the university's digital humanities lab. Full-time study is structured over 12 terms, equivalent to approximately four years. Applicants typically hold a master's degree with a minimum 80 percent overall average, and must submit a sample of previous academic work, a CV, and a statement of interest; students are expected to gain reading knowledge of a language other than Spanish and English before graduation. Graduates pursue academic and research careers in Hispanic studies and related humanities fields.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:80.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Admission requires a master's degree with a minimum 80 percent overall average, along with a sample of previous academic work, a CV, and a statement of interest addressing research interests, preparation, goals, and program fit.
