English Professor Jason Wiens and PhD Student Jordan Bolay examine Guy Vanderhaeghe’s archives.

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Department of English

What is thesis-based study?

Pursue independent research guided by a supervisor who shares your research interests. If you want to advance your knowledge or expand your expertise in a specific field or research area, our thesis-based programs are for you.

What is course-based study?

Ideal if you're seeking to advance your career, our course-based programs offer research, project and group work components in a wide variety of delivery methods.

What is a supervisor?

A supervisor is a faculty member who oversees your research and the development of your thesis.

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Graduate programs in the Department of English

Find the program that's right for you.

MA in Literature in English

Master of Arts (MA), thesis-based / Master of Arts (MA), course-based

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PhD in Literature in English

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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Creative Writing option

Master of Arts (MA), thesis-based with creative thesis / Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with creative dissertation

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Journals

The Department of English publishes two noteworthy journals, ARIEL and NōD Magazine.

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Graduate program contacts

Contact us for any questions you may have about the programs we offer in the Department of English.

Graduate Program Advisor

Ask me about graduate program advising

Lori Somner

artsgradsc@ucalgary.ca

Associate Head (Graduate Program)

Ask me about graduate degree requirements

Morgan Vanek

englgpd@ucalgary.ca

Creative Writing Coordinator

Ask me about the Creative Writing Program

Clara A.B. Joseph

cjoseph@ucalgary.ca