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    English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA)

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    Winnipeg, CAMAIn-person2 years
    52%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    18
    Credits
    CA$100.00
    App fee

    English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba is a 18-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Winnipeg, CA.

    About the program

    The program covers literature, theatre, film, media, and creative writing across various periods, genres, locations, and theoretical approaches. It offers thesis-based routes with critical or creative thesis and a coursework-only option.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    $12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba online or in-person?
    English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba is offered in-person.
    How long does English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba take to complete?
    English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba is structured around 2 years and 18 credits.
    What GPA is required for English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum GPA of 3.0 in prior English studies and an overall GPA of 3.0
    How competitive is English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba?
    English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba reports an acceptance rate of approximately 52%.
    What work-permit options follow English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba?
    Post-completion work rights for English, Theatre, Film & Media (MA) at University of Manitoba: 3 years PGWP (Canada)