Master of Arts [M.A] English (Literature and Writing)
Literature and Writing offers students a broad perspective of English studies while providing concentrated study in one area. The program achieves this goal with distribution requirements, electives and a required focus in either literary traditions, critical theory or rhetoric and composition. The degree prepares students for further graduate study in English and related fields, for professional training in such fields as library and information science, and for careers in teaching.
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to think critically about the literary texts they read and interpret.
- Demonstrate how to write coherently and clearly about research topics and other topics.
- Demonstrate an understanding on how disciplines are interconnected.
- Apply appropriate research methods to objects of study.
- Demonstrate effective teaching skills and knowledge of appropriate teaching theories, if on appointment.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $21952 | $21952 |
| Total Fees | $21952 | $21952 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 50 | 90 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 71 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6 | 9 | 3 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 100 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university to get admission to this program.
- Students require a minimum GPA of 3 on a 4.0 scale for the program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Students need to submit minimum GRE exam scores for a better chance of admission.
- Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.