Comparative Literature, Ph.D.

Program Overview

The PhD in Comparative Literature requires 48 hours of coursework, a general examination, a dissertation, and a final examination. Students must demonstrate proficiency in three languages and literatures. The program also offers a minor for graduate students in other disciplines, requiring competency in three languages and nine hours of 7000-level Comparative Literature courses.

Program Outline

Students must demonstrate competency in three national languages and literatures.

Assessment:

• General Examination
• Dissertation
• Final Examination in defense of the dissertation

Other:

• To minor in Comparative Literature, graduate students in other disciplines must demonstrate competency in three national languages and literatures and complete nine hours of 7000 level courses in Comparative Literature (CPLT).