Program Overview
The Comparative Literature at Stony Brook University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Comparative Literature programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,435 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Comparative Literature programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theories of Comparative Literature
- Advanced Topics in Comparative Literature and Cultural Studies \x93Utopia/Dystopia\x94
- History of Cultural Studies
- Directed Readings
- Independent Study
- Directed Readings
- Self-Directed Readings
- Dissertation Research: Ph.D. Candidacy
- Dissertation Research: Off-Campus \x96 Domestic Student
- Dissertation Research: Off-Campus \x96 International Student
- Summer Research
- Summer Teaching
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- B.A. or M.A. degree from a recognized institution in a suitable area of study;
- An official on-line graduate application, and three letters of recommendation;
- One official copy of any transcript from any undergraduate college or university attended, from which a degree was conferred. Applicants must submit one official copy of any transcript relating to any graduate level work undertaken,regardless of whether or not a degree was earned.
- An application fee of $100.00.
- An appropriate score on the Graduate Record Examination General Test (GRE)
- Two term papers or other writing samples (20-25 pages) in literature, cultural studies, or women\'s and gender studies (or a related field), depending on the track applied for.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,435 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,435 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Stony Brook University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, United States
Stony Brook University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 12 months