Toronto Metropolitan University

Overview

The Master of Arts in Literature of Modernity at Toronto Metropolitan University is a comprehensive graduate program designed to investigate the interplay between modern literary cultures and the dynamic historical, global, and cultural transformations that shape them. This one-year, full-time course emphasizes advanced seminars and research-led learning, equipping students with critical and analytical skills applicable to various academic and professional fields within the humanities.

What you'll study

Programme Structure

The M.A. program is organized around engaging graduate seminars complemented by a robust research component. While course offerings may differ each term, students typically explore thematic modules alongside guided research and writing opportunities.

Indicative course themes include:

• Diasporic Modernities
• Digital Publishing
• Genders, Sexualities, and Humans
• Modernism and Auto/Biography
• Modernity and the Visual: Image and Text
• Rise of Children’s Literature
• Unreal Cities

Research component:

• Completion of a significant graduate research project, with format and requirements to be confirmed by the department (e.g., thesis or equivalent research work).
• Ongoing research support through supervision and seminar-based feedback.

Electives and special focus:

Students have the opportunity to customize their study plan by selecting courses that align with their individual research interests, subject to availability and program requirements.

Entry requirements

To be considered for admission to the M.A. in Literature of Modernity, candidates typically need to meet the following criteria:

• A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or equivalent.
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Submission of an online application through Toronto Metropolitan University’s graduate admissions portal.

Career prospects

Graduates of the M.A. in Literature of Modernity can pursue a diverse range of career paths in various sectors, including education, publishing, cultural institutions, and media. The analytical, research, and critical thinking skills developed throughout the program prepare students for roles in academia, writing, editing, and beyond, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to discussions on literature and culture in contemporary society.