Simon Fraser University - Graduate Studies

English (MA)

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Program Information

School:Simon Fraser University - Graduate Studies
Faculty:Arts and Social Sciences/Department of English
Degree:Master
Field of Study:English Language and Literature, General
Description:The Department of English offers studies leading to the Master of Arts Degree. The M.A. Program allows considerable flexibility in working out a course of study and offers the means for intellectual and professional development through both the discipline of seminars and personal exchange with individual faculty members.

URL:English (MA) at Simon Fraser University - Graduate Studies
Course Based:Yes
Length:1 Year(s)
Careers:Editors

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Applicants should have a strong B.A. in English or Comparative Literature with a broad range of courses in major areas of literature in English. Students should normally have a high grade point average (normally no lower than a cumulative 3.5 GPA) and strong references.
    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 8.5-9] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based) [min. 280] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 95] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 650]
    Application Notes : The Department of English has certain requirements beyond the Dean of Graduate Studies regulations, namely a minimum 3.5 CGPA (cumulative grade point average) and, for international students, either a degree from an English-speaking post-secondary institution or top scores in any of the acceptable English language tests, i.e. TOEFL Paper (650+), TOEFL Computer-Based (280+), TOEFL Internet-Based (95+), or IELTS (8.5-9).

    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
    • Portfolio

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 05, 2022