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Students
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
24 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
English Literature | Literature
Area of study
Humanities
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


Villanova University's MA in English is a 30-credit program that can be completed in two years full-time or six years part-time. The program offers coursework in various areas of literature and allows students to choose between a thesis or field examination for completion. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, publishing, and other fields requiring strong writing and critical thinking skills.

Program Outline

Outline:

  • The MA in English at Villanova University is a 30-credit program that can be completed full-time in two years or part-time in up to six years.
  • The program offers coursework in a variety of areas, including American literature, British literature, and literary theory.
  • Students may choose to write a thesis or take an oral/written field examination to complete the program.
  • The program provides students with the opportunity to develop expertise in a particular field of literary study.

Assessment:

  • Students must maintain an average grade of at least "B" to remain in the program.
  • The thesis or field examination is the final assessment for the program.

Teaching:

  • The program is taught by a faculty of experienced scholars who are committed to providing students with a rigorous and supportive learning environment.
  • The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussion, and writing workshops.

Careers:

  • Graduates of the MA in English program are prepared for a variety of careers in academia, publishing, and other fields that require strong writing and critical thinking skills.
  • The program also offers a number of career-related opportunities, such as teaching internships and research assistantships.
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