Literature of Modernity Toronto Metropolitan University

Overview

The Literature of Modernity M.A. at Toronto Metropolitan University offers an intensive academic experience designed to explore the complexities of modern literary cultures. This one-year programme provides students with a robust framework for investigating how literature intersects with historical, global, and cultural shifts. By engaging with diverse media and texts, participants develop advanced analytical skills essential for high-level research and professional practice in the humanities.

Why Literature of Modernity at Toronto Metropolitan University?

Studying at this institution places students in the centre of Toronto’s dynamic cultural and creative landscape. The programme is supported by prestigious research hubs, including the Modern Literature and Culture Research Centre and the Centre for Digital Humanities. Students benefit from a small, dedicated cohort environment and access to unique resources like the Children’s Literature Archive. The curriculum is further enriched by the White Wall Review, a creative writing journal that provides practical insights into the publishing world. These facilities and partnerships ensure that graduates are well-equipped with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the literary field.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 28044 per year
• National fee: CAD 9665 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum focuses on the evolution of literature from the 16th century to the contemporary era, incorporating digital and visual cultures. Modules may include:

• Diasporic Modernities
• Digital Publishing
• Genders, Sexualities, and Humans
• Modernism and Auto/Biography
• Modernity and the Visual
• Children’s Literature
• Unreal Cities

Careers with Literature of Modernity

Graduates of this programme are prepared for a wide variety of professional paths within the cultural and educational sectors. Many alumni successfully transition into PhD programmes at leading universities worldwide, continuing their academic research. Others find rewarding careers in professional writing, digital and traditional publishing, and teaching. The practical skills gained through the optional placement component also allow graduates to secure roles within literary and cultural institutions, where they apply their expertise in archival work, research, and communications.