Program Overview
The Comparative Literature at University of California Davis is a MA programme in Humanities, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Davis, 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
- Colloquium in Comparative Literature
- Guided Research in Comparative Literature
- Approaches to Critical Theory
- Graduate seminars in Primary Literature of concentration
- Graduate seminar in Secondary Literature of concentration
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application Fee: $90 domestic, $110 international.
- Statement of Purpose (4,000 character limit, including spaces)
- Personal History Statement (4,000 character limit, including spaces)
- Sample of recent written work
- Three letters of recommendation (from Professors)
- Transcripts
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores (General GRE Scores are recommended, but not required )
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Davis 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 University of California, Davis
University of California, Davis
Davis, United States
University of California, Davis is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-23
- Language English