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    Master of Arts in English

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    Halifax, CAMAIn-person1 year
    CA$17,325.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    8
    Cohort
    students
    6
    Credits
    CA$115.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University is a 6-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Halifax, CA. Tuition is CA$17,325.

    About the program

    The program requires six graduate seminars, a thesis prospectus, and a 10,000-12,000 word thesis supervised by faculty. It covers various periods and genres of English literature with a focus on developing research skills and scholarly interests.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    Up to 3 years PGWP (Canada) depending on program length

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University is CA$17,325 across 6 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University is structured around 1 year and 6 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University?
    Per the program's published guidance: A- (3.7 GPA on the 4.3 scale) or higher in courses of the last two years
    How large is the Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University cohort?
    Master of Arts in English at Dalhousie University typically enrolls around 8 students per cohort.