Overview

The Interdisciplinary Studies - Literary Studies programme at Athabasca University provides a comprehensive framework for students to integrate diverse theories and methods from the humanities and social sciences. This master's degree encourages learners to connect their academic research with real-world issues found in their professional lives and local communities. Students conclude their studies with a significant integrated project or a capstone paper that demonstrates their interdisciplinary expertise.

Why Interdisciplinary Studies - Literary Studies at Athabasca University?

Athabasca University offers a unique digital learning environment that fosters holistic and reflective thinking. The programme is designed to meet the demands of modern employers who seek professionals capable of multidisciplinary collaboration and innovative problem-solving. By focusing on Literary Studies, students gain specialised skills in contextual reading and advanced writing, all while benefiting from the flexibility of a world-class online institution.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 2258 per module
National fee: CAD 2013 per module

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Syllabus

The curriculum combines core theoretical foundations with specialised literary exploration. Modules may include:

World Literature
Making Sense of Theory in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Doing Interdisciplinary Research
Academic Writing for Graduate Students
Digital Storytelling
Grounded Theory, Exploration, and Beyond
Governance and Leadership
Gender, Race, Racism, and the History of Classical Scholarship
Capstone Course: Integrating your MA-IS Studies and Research

Careers with Interdisciplinary Studies - Literary Studies

Graduates are well-prepared for a variety of professional roles that require high-level communication and analytical abilities. The transferable skills gained through this programme are highly sought after in sectors such as academia, public policy, and corporate strategy. Potential career paths include:

Public Policy Analyst
Communications Specialist
Content Developer
Education Consultant
Non-profit Manager
Research Coordinator
Grant Writer
Social Media Manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Self-Directed Behaviour

Global Education

Global Governance and Law

Industrial Heritage

Heritage and Risk Management

Architectural Conservation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-05-04 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
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Language

English

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Credits

33 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Athabasca, Canada

Disciplines

Liberal Arts Literature View 13 other Masters in Liberal Arts in Canada

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for an Athabasca University graduate program you must have an undergraduate degree. Doctorate programs require a master’s degree to qualify for admission.
Requirements for graduate programs vary and are listed on each program’s website. You can take some graduate courses without being admitted to the full program if you meet the non-program student requirements for said program. Requirements for graduate programs are listed on each program’s website.

Tuition Fees

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2258 CAD / module

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2013 CAD / module

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Funding

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