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Master of English

California State University, Fullerton

Fullerton, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A one-year research master's in English completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in English in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in english in research master concepts
Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Research Assistant
Project Assistant
Program Coordinator

Curriculum

Independent research project in English guided by a supervisor
Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

4-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or 3-year bachelor's plus 1-year postgraduate diploma
or 3-year bachelor's plus 2-year master's); minimum GPA 2.5 for initial review; programme-specific requirements apply

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

4-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or 3-year bachelor's plus 1-year postgraduate diploma, or 3-year bachelor's plus 2-year master's); programme-specific requirements apply

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
PTE Academic 58
Duolingo 110
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Typically
a passport
prior degree certificate
academic transcripts
English proficiency evidence if required
and a statement of purpose
a research proposal and references may be needed. Confirm specific requirements.

How to apply

Review postgraduate entry and intake requirements for English. Prepare prior degree records
academic transcripts
identification and applicable English language evidence. Submit the postgraduate application through the official admissions route. Provide any program-specific portfolio
references or statement if requested. Confirm applicable fees and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$20,200 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$200 USD

Program details

Campus	Fullerton
Faculty or school	College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department	English, Comparative Literature and Linguistics
Teaching language	English
Credit value	36
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	No program-specific international scholarship was independently confirmed; check the institution for current opportunities.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
17 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
4 Mar 2027
111 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.