Literatures of Modernity

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Curriculum
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The MA in Literatures of Modernity provides a high standard of literary education.  Program goals are:

  • To provide a sustained analysis of the literary forms of modernity, including both conventional (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama) and non-conventional (internet poetics, life writing, pamphlets, manifestos) literatures. 
  • To establish a foundation for PhD studies in English and related fields.
  • To develop professional skills in literary studies in preparation for a broad range of careers.
  • To provide the opportunity for students to undertake a Major Research Paper or a Practicum related to their theoretical studies.

 

Core Structure of Program Requirements

This program is designed for completion by full-time students in three consecutive terms:  Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer

 

Fall Term:

  • Foundations
  • Elective Course
  • Elective Course

Winter Term:

  • Professional Skills
  • Elective Course
  • Elective Course

Spring/Summer Term:

  • Major Research Project OR *Practicum

*Previous practicum placements include:

  • Bookthug
  • Broken Pencil Magazine
  • CFC Worldwide Short Film Festival
  • The Harbourfront Centre
  • The Literary Review of Canada
  • The Modern Literature and Culture Research Centre
  • The Ontario Literacy Coalition
  • The Rights Factory
  • The Walrus Magazine

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Upcoming Events

17 Sept, 2013:                           LITERATURES OF MODERNITY GRADUATE SYMPOSIUM, 2:30-5:30pm, Jorgenson Hall, JOR 1043.