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Master of Literatures of Modernity
Toronto Metropolitan University
- Toronto, Canada
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A one-year English MA examining modernity in literature across cultural, Historical and global contexts.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Analyze advanced concepts in Literatures of Modernity
- Apply research and professional methods
- and communicate evidence-based solutions. Suggested learning areas: One-year programme. Sample courses: Diasporic Modernities
- Digital Publishing
- Modernism.
Career outcomes
- Writing
- Publishing
- Teaching
- Further study (PhD)
Curriculum
- One-year programme. Sample courses: Diasporic Modernities
- Digital Publishing
- Modernism and Auto/Biography
- Modernity and the Visual
- Rise of Children's Literature
- Unreal Cities. Students complete a major research paper and may work as a teaching or research assistant or take a placement at a literary or cultural institution.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum B (3.00/4.33) in the last two years
- Many programmes ask for B+ (3.33/4.33). Statement of interest
- CV
- Transcripts
- Two reference letters and English proficiency
- Some programmes add a portfolio
- Work experience or interview.
Accepted academic background
Four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised, Accredited institution, Three-year Bologna first-cycle degrees may be deemed equivalent, Programme-specific requirements apply.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Recommendation Letters.
How to apply
- Check programme requirements and deadlines on the Application Dates page (international closing date 12 March 2027 unless the programme states otherwise). Apply through OUAC and pay the application fee (110 CAD. MBA 150 CAD). Upload transcripts
- Statement of interest
- CV and reference letters as PDFs in the Applicant Upload portal. Official documents are requested after an offer. Track offers in MyServiceHub. Pay the 2
- 000 CAD international deposit by the confirmation deadline. Apply for a Canadian study permit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $27,274 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $5,500 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Downtown Toronto campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts |
| Department | Humanities and Communication |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $27,274 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $5,500 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.

