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Nov 26, 2024
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2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
English (Ph.D.)
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Program Overview
Our program offers classes in British and American literature from Shakespeare to the postmodern novel and in creative writing. We have particularly strong offerings in nineteenth- and twentieth-century literature. Small in size, the graduate program emphasizes a solid foundation in literary studies that enables you to teach a wide range of literature and prepares you for study in your area of specialization. The degree offers excellent preparation for those who would like to pursue employment in academia or in any field that values critical thinking, strong writing skills, and research experience. PhD students can choose to specialize in Literary Studies: Creative Writing or Literary Studies: Literary Criticism. Learn more at usd.edu/English.
DELIVERY: On campus
Doctor of Philosophy, English
Major Area Coursework - 54-69 Credit Hours
Specialization: Literary Studies: Critical: 24 hours
- Graduate courses in literature*: at least five must be seminars (21 credit hours)
- Additional selection from the criticism courses in the core (3 credit hours)***
Specialization: Literary Studies: Creative: 27 hours
- Graduate courses in Creative Writing: at least three must be seminars (15 credit hours)
- Course in applied theory for Creative Writing (3 credit hours)
- Graduate courses in literature*: at least two must be seminars (9 credit hours)
Note:
A minimum of 39 hours of coursework, excluding dissertation hours, must be completed. Other requirements include demonstration of proficiency in a foreign language, completion of comprehensive examinations, and an oral defense of the dissertation. Students should consult the departmental graduate student handbook for additional information.
*Other graduate courses, including Directed Research and Independent Study classes, may be included with the approval of the Graduate Coordinator.
**For students to achieve 54 hours with the Literary Studies Critical specialization, they will complete a minimum of 6 hours of electives, for students to achieve 54 hours with the Literary Studies Creative specialization, they will complete a minimum of 3 hours of electives.
***Critical specialization students who took a literary criticism or theory course in their MA program may be eligible for an exemption from this additional requirement. If approved by the Department, another 3 credit hour course may be substituted to reach the required number of hours.
Note: 50% of the program of study must be taken at the 700-level
Application Requirements
- Completed application
- $35 application fee
- Official transcripts*
- Letters of recommendation*
- Admission test scores*
- Statement of purpose
- Resume/CV*
*Requirements for admission vary by program and may require different documentation and have different deadlines. For specific program requirements and submission deadline, visit: catalog.usd.edu.
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