Overview
About this Degree
The Master of Arts in Spanish at the University of Toronto is a freestanding, one-year course of study that may be undertaken as a preparatory degree to apply subsequently to doctoral programs in the field, or as a terminal degree by those interested in pursuing careers in education, publishing, government, journalism, literary translation, or non-profit organizations.
Students in the Spanish graduate programs are expected to engage in the vibrant and collaborative intellectual life in our Department while completing their courses and conducting their research. Students are also able to join a broadly based community of scholars by participating in a wide variety of working groups, lecture series, graduate conferences, and other opportunities for fruitful intellectual exchange throughout the university.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Comparative Literature
- French
- History
- Linguistics
- Medieval Studies
- Women's Studies
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 Languages Linguistics View 63 other Masters in Languages in CanadaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
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 Spanish's additional admission requirements stated below.
- An appropriate bachelor's degree in Spanish or a cognate discipline from a recognized university.
- Fluency in spoken and written Spanish with a general background in Hispanic literature and/or linguistics, normally demonstrated through undergraduate coursework.
- A one-page statement of purpose, outlining the applicant's areas of interest (in English).
- A sample of written work in Spanish (10 to 12 pages).
- Two letters of recommendation, ideally in English (one of the letters must comment on the applicant's fluency in Spanish).
- A curriculum vitae in English.
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
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.