Deepen your knowledge of the foundations of rhetorical theory and pursue your interests in fields such as rhetoric, discourse analysis, semiotics, multimedia design and critique, composition pedagogy, and professional writing with the Master of Arts in Rhetoric and Communication Design program. Choose between three streams of study to suit your needs and interests. With the thesis option you’ll complete coursework and conduct original research leading to a master’s thesis publication roughly 80-100 pages in length. With the master’s research paper option, you’ll complete coursework and conduct original research leading to a research paper roughly 40-50 pages in length. The coursework option focuses entirely on courses. You’ll be prepared to pursue further study at the PhD level, or to pursue a career in publishing, private industry, government, educational organizations, non-governmental organizations, or in your own business. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
An honours bachelor's degree in English, or its equivalent, with an average of at least 78% in English courses, and at least 75% overall. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Statement of Research Interests
Transcripts are also required. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.