This is an innovative and exciting programme in which you focus on writing a full-length, literary novel of between 90,000 and 150,000 words. While the aims and objectives remain the same as on any other PhD programme in the humanities, for example, you are expected to contribute new knowledge of some sort, and to explore original, contemporary research questions, you are expected to achieve almost all of this in the novel itself. There is no long critical piece attached to this PhD programme. Instead, you produce a 3-5,000-word essay that works like a preface to your project, linking your concerns with others’, demonstrating your awareness of theme and locating your work within/without one or more traditions etc. You also need to produce a full bibliography. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Canadian students typically need to have completed a Bachelor Degree (Honours)/Baccalauréat/Professional Degree at an accredited university or college in a relevant subject (or equivalent) and, normally, a taught MA qualification of an excellent standard (Distinction or high Merit). All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Places on this programme are limited and supervisors may be operating a waiting-list system for entry. It is recommended that you make an informal approach to potential supervisors, considering how your project fits their research interests, before applying. Please refer to the Staff Profiles page for details. |
* 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.