MA/MS in English

Toronto, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #322 =

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MA/MS in English is a master's degree in English Language Studies programme offered by York University in Toronto, Canada. The programme runs for 3 semesters.

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree

Field: English Language Studies

Duration: 3 semesters

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: futurestudents.yorku.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This program approaches literature through American, British, Canadian, Postcolonial, Diasporic and World Literatures, spanning periods from the Medieval to the present. Students pursue an MA or PhD in English, and the program also offers Canada's first Graduate Diploma in World Literature. The MA is completed over three terms of full-time study. Applicants work with faculty across historical and thematic specializations and complete coursework alongside a major research paper or thesis, depending on the stream chosen. The program sits within York University's Faculty of Graduate Studies and draws on the department's broad range of literary and critical approaches. Admission is Fall-entry, with a formal application reviewed by the graduate program committee, requiring letters of recommendation, a statement of interest and a writing sample demonstrating the applicant's critical and analytical writing ability in literary studies.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants need a minimum B+ average, three letters of recommendation, a 500-word statement of interest and a writing sample of up to 3,750 words. International and other applicants whose primary language is not English must also meet the university's English proficiency requirement.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About York University

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Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1959

Students: 53,500

QS rank: #322 =

Programs: 328

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in English award?

York University awards a Master's Degree in the field of English Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in English take?

The programme runs for 3 semesters.

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