Overview

The English programme at Memorial University of Newfoundland offers students a sophisticated platform for advanced literary research and critical analysis. This M.Sc. degree is designed to foster deep intellectual engagement with a wide range of historical and contemporary texts within a vibrant academic community.

Why English at Memorial University of Newfoundland?

The department is home to over twenty full-time faculty members who are actively engaged in international research, supervision, and the publication of acclaimed scholarship. Students benefit from a supportive environment that encourages both traditional literary study and creative writing excellence.

Research strengths are organised into ten distinct clusters, allowing students to specialise in areas such as Canadian, American, and Medieval literature. Other focuses include Environmental Humanities, North Atlantic studies, and Visual Narrative, ensuring a diverse range of expertise is available for student supervision.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 710 per semester
National fee: CAD 420 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to provide breadth and depth across various literary periods and theoretical frameworks. Modules may include:

American Literature
Canadian Literature
Colonial and Postcolonial Studies
Environmental and Energy Humanities
Medieval and Early Modern Studies
Newfoundland and Labrador Studies
North Atlantic Studies
Visual Narrative
Creative Writing

Careers with English

Graduates of this programme are equipped with advanced analytical, research, and communication skills highly valued in various professional sectors. The academic rigour of the course prepares students for roles in education, publishing, and professional writing. Many graduates also use the master's degree as a foundation for doctoral research or professional development within their existing careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Women’s Travel Literature

Vortex of the Oath: Hawthorne, Melville, Violence

Early Modern Print Culture and the Formation of the English Literary Canon

Creative Writing: Playwrighting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. John's, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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115

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree (minimum second class honours) in English or equivalent, with 20 courses in English and minimum 80% in English courses

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1420 CAD / year

≈ 1420 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

840 CAD / year

≈ 840 CAD / year

Additional Details

NL Students: $635

Living costs

St. John's

Canada

1159 - 1707 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

St. John's

Funding

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