Overview
About this Degree
The Master of Arts in French Language and Literature program at the University of Toronto is both a self-contained program and the first stage towards doctoral studies. It has two objectives:
to allow the student to develop a thorough knowledge of the discipline through a program of coursework in French linguistics and
to develop an aptitude for research.
It is a 12-month program for full-time students; the program is available on a part-time basis.
At the beginning of their course of study, students meet individually with the Associate Chair, Graduate in order to determine course selection with a view to ensuring that the student has a well-rounded program and, considered in conjunction with the undergraduate degree, has a broad knowledge of the discipline.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Séminaire de linguistique I : Phonétique et phonologie
- Syntaxe
- Linguistique expérimentale et linguistique de corpus
- Research Essay
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs)
Delivered
Disciplines
Language Studies Literature Linguistics View 70 other Masters in Language Studies in CanadaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Department of French Language and Literature's additional admission requirements stated below.
B+ average standing or better, with at least B+ in French. A B+ average does not automatically lead to admission.
Competence in French.
Concentration in French linguistics, with a minimum of five full courses, or equivalent, in French. A minimum of three of the five full courses, or equivalent, should be in the proposed area of study (i.e., linguistics).
Admission is based upon the evidence of the supporting letters and the applicant's academic record.
Tuition Fee
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International
27520 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 27520 CAD per year during 12 months. -
National
6210 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6210 CAD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Toronto
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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