Program Overview for Phd in English in Canada:
We offer various literary courses and degree paths, literary criticism methods, and literary theory. Our courses combine challenging and deep learning. You will have the opportunity to develop teaching, research, and professional files. You'll be ready for jobs that focus on writing, research, and analysis inside and outside academia.
In our Ph.D. program, you will study the most advanced research-intensive degree offered by our department. The plan includes courses, candidate qualification exams, and doctoral theses. This degree will prepare you for a variety of careers in the humanities.
You will work with outstanding teachers in a department with special strengths in Medieval and Early Modern Studies, Victorian Literature, Modernism, Book and Media Studies, Digital Humanities, and West Coast Literature. We also offer optional courses in Cultural, Social, and Political Thought (CSPT). Other certificates can be obtained through teaching, research grants, and cooperation with other projects.
Areas of focus
- British, Canadian, American, and Irish literature
- Postcolonial literature
- Critical theory
- Period-focused literature
- Digital humanities and media studies
The eligibility for Phd in English in Canada for both domestic and international student is:
The admission selection process is competitive. Applications are reviewed by the Graduate Admissions and Records Office and then by the English Graduate Committee, which usually makes admission decisions in February and March. Not all students who meet the minimum requirements can be admitted.
In addition to the application materials required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies (see Faculty Admissions), the department requires a statement of intent (not to exceed 2 typed pages), a 10-15 page typed essay demonstrating advanced literary and/or critical studies ability, and a CV. GRE scores are not specifically required, but students who have taken the exam are advised to submit the results since a high score can only strengthen their application.
The Faculty may require international students whose first language is not English of Graduate Studies to demonstrate competency in English (see English Language Proficiency) by providing results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language/TOEFL (with a minimum of 630 on the paper-based test or 101 on the internet-based test) or the International English Language Testing System/IELTS (with an overall score of at least Band 7).
September is the only entry point for Ph.D. students. Admission to the program usually requires an MA degree, with a minimum average of A- in graduate courses. It may be possible for an exceptional student in the University of Victoria MA program to enter the Ph.D. program before completing the MA, but not before the completion of one Winter Session and superior performance in five graduate courses. A limited number of students may also be admitted each year without funding or if they arrive with fellowship funding.
Deadlines
Students who wish to be considered for funding should apply for September entry by January 15. Ph.D. applications received after January 15 cannot be considered.
N.B: Most universities have specific international admission requirements based on different education systems.
These are the test eligibilities for the Phd in English to qualify.
The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for Phd in English in Canada: are:
- TOEFL(ibt): 101
- IELTS(academic): 7
The international student tuition fees and costs for Phd in English in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$162.25 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | CA$6,499.00 /year | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$12,000.00/year (CA$1,000.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$18,688.00/year |
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| You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour. | |||||||
The domestic student tuition fees and costs for Phd in English in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$126.50 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | CA$5,182.00 /year | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$12,000.00/year (CA$1,000.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$18,688.00/year | ||||||
| This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$18,688.00/year by working (20h * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 14.50/h) + (40h * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 14.50/h) at minimum wage of CA$14.60/hour. | |||||||
All graduate students must have a faculty member who serves as their academic supervisor. When you apply:
- You must list a potential supervisor on your application
- This faculty member must agree to be your supervisor and recommend your admission.
To find a supervisor, review the faculty contacts. When you've found a faculty member whose research complements your own, contact them by email.
Contact the graduate secretary at englgradsec@uvic.ca or 250-721-6331.
Graduate students registered in full-time programs are automatically considered for a fellowship. This is based on a qualifying GPA.
Individual award amounts may vary depending on the program.
UVic Fellowship Awards
- Up to $17,500 per year (masters)
- Up to $20,000 per year (Ph.D.)
UVic Graduate Awards
- Up to $10,000 per year (masters and PhD)
Eligibility
- The minimum requirement for funding consideration is an A- average on the last two years of coursework
- Domestic and international students are considered equally for funding
- Full-time registration (3.0 units) for UVic Fellowship holders and at least part-time registration (1.5 units) for UVic Graduate Award holders
- Full-time registration for students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is 1.5 units
Every year we employ many graduate students to assist with teaching, research, and lab instruction.
- Their academic units hire teaching assistants (TAs) to assist with teaching and grading courses. These are unionized, hourly positions.
- Faculty members hire research assistants (RAs) to help with their research. These roles are sometimes called scientific assistants or laboratory instructors. RA salaries come from faculty members’ research grants. Because of this, RA hours, salary, and other details are worked out between you and the faculty member.
Work-study
The work-study program offers part-time jobs on campus that fit your course schedule.
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a full-time student
- Demonstrate financial need
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
Co-operative Education Program (co-op)
UVic is home to the largest graduate co-op program in Canada. You can add a co-op to your master’s or doctoral studies for work experience in your field of study.
Bursaries
We offer non-repayable bursaries based on financial needs.
To be eligible for a bursary, you must be:
- Already receiving the maximum government student loans available to you
- In full-time status as determined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies
- In good academic standing
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