Wayne State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A.;, Ph.D.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The English Department offers doctoral study in all fields of English and American literature and in composition theory. Students working toward the M.A. and Ph.D. in literature may concentrate in African-American literature, comparative literature, creative writing, cultural studies, film, folklore, linguistics, postcolonial literature, and women's studies. Students specializing in composition research take a series of core courses after which they may tailor their course work to fit their professional objectives. Students with an interest in anthropological, feminist, historical, linguistic, material, and rhetorical approaches to literature or film, popular culture, or urban art and culture are encouraged to apply.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above