MA Comparative Literary & Cultural Studies

Program Overview

The MA in Comparative Literary & Cultural Studies is a two-year interdisciplinary program designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in the field. It comprises coursework in research methods, criticism, and theory, culminating in a two-part thesis that demonstrates comparative analysis skills. Courses are held in the late afternoons and on weekends.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MA in Comparative Literary & Cultural Studies is a two-year, full-time, interdisciplinary program leading to an Egyptian degree. It requires a BA or BSc in English with a minimum grade of "C" (Good) from a university accredited by the Supreme Council of Universities. The program covers research methods, criticism, theory, and elective subjects. The program's objective is not explicitly stated, but it can be inferred that it aims to provide advanced knowledge and skills in comparative literary and cultural studies. The program spans four semesters, with the first year focusing on coursework (seven modules totaling 21 credits) and the second year dedicated to thesis work (21 credits, divided into Thesis I and Thesis II). The program can be extended to four years with approval. Courses are held in the late afternoons and on weekends.

Outline:

The program is structured across four semesters over two years (extendable to four years). The first year consists of seven modules totaling 21 credit hours, covering research methods, criticism, theory, and elective subjects. The second year is dedicated to thesis work (21 credit hours). Thesis I involves developing a theoretical framework, methodology, and literature review. Thesis II focuses on the final comparative analysis. Courses are scheduled in the late afternoons and on weekends.

Assessment:

The assessment methods are not explicitly detailed, but it is clear that the program culminates in a thesis comprising two parts (Thesis I and Thesis II).

Other:

The program requires 42 credit hours total (21 for courses and 21 for the thesis). Students must complete a theoretical framework, methodology, and literature review in Thesis I, and the final comparative analysis in Thesis II.