McMaster University - School of Graduate Studies

Cultural Studies and Critical Theory

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Program Information

School:McMaster University - School of Graduate Studies
Faculty:Faculty of Humanities, Department of English & Cultural Studies
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis
Description:The Cultural Studies and Critical Theory MA allows students to engage the heterogeneous body of theories and practices associated with cultural studies and critical theory in the critical investigation of culture. “Culture” here may be understood to comprise the objects, texts, practices, theories and concepts that have animated, shaped, and unsettled individual and social experience both past and present. The objective of the program is to allow students to engage the heterogeneous body of theories and practices associated with cultural studies and critical theory in the critical investigation of culture. “Culture” here may be understood to comprise the objects, texts, practices, theories and concepts that have animated, shaped, and unsettled individual and social experience both past and present.

URL:Cultural Studies and Critical Theory at McMaster University - School of Graduate Studies
Thesis Based:Yes
Length:1 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*77
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
  • Portfolio
- Honours Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or disciplines


- B+ (B- for Engineering) minimum average, based on a full year equivalent of final year courses (3rd/4th level) relevant to the program


- Each program may set additional/higher requirements. Please review the program website for details.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 03, 2022