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Diploma of Languages and Cultures
- Montreal, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Doctor of Philosophy in Languages and Cultures is a 3-year full-time doctoral research degree offered by the School of Language, Literature, and Media at the University of Essex.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and undertake an original research project in Languages and Cultures. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
- and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.
Career outcomes
- University lecturing or research in English
- Film
- Linguistics
- Education
- Sociology or cognitive science departments
Curriculum
- Research degree with no taught timetable: you carry out an independent project in Languages and Cultures under academic supervision and report it in a thesis. Study lasts 3 to 4 years full time
- A supervisory board meets twice a year to review progress.
Entry requirements
Academic
- College-wide DES or equivalent plus Math TS/SN 506 (or cegep equivalent 201-015-RE)
- Apply on SRAM as "Social Science with Mathematics" per programme page.
Accepted academic background
Quebec Secondary School Diploma (DES) or recognised equivalent; applicant must already hold valid status in Canada
Language tests
- French B2 (TCF tout public
Documents you’ll need
- Secondary School Transcripts
How to apply
- Review the admission requirements for this program. Check current applicant eligibility and the program admission period. Submit an application through the official college admissions website. Select one program and submit the required academic records. Provide French proficiency evidence when required. Complete any additional selection assessment if requested. Review the admission decision and confirm acceptance when offered.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $15,530 - $23,860 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus, Saint-Laurent |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Pre-university programmes |
| Department | Arts and letters |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
Closed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $15,530 - $23,860 CAD per year. The estimated living cost is $24,617 CAD.
Accepted language tests: French B2 (TCF tout public.

