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MRes American and Canadian Studies

  • DeadlineStudy Details:

    Full-time: 12 months Part-time: 24 months

Course Description

The only department of American and Canadian Studies in the UK, we examine North America in historical and contemporary contexts. Our research in North American histories and cultural expression addresses concerns of race, gender, and sexuality.

Particular areas of research specialism include:

  • Asian North American literature and culture
  • Canadian literature and culture
  • Contemporary American fiction
  • Ethnic-minority writing
  • Feminist theory
  • Film adaptation
  • Gender and queer studies
  • Indigenous literature and culture
  • Memory studies
  • North American border studies
  • North American film
  • Settler-colonialism
  • Women’s writing

Entry Requirements

2:1 (or international equivalent) in an arts, humanities or social science subject

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Student Destinations

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven’t yet decided, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

Module Details

Core module

  • American and Canadian Studies dissertation

Optional modules:

You will take 60 credits from the following:

  • Approaches to American Studies
  • MRes Research Skills 1
  • MRes Research Skills 2
  • Researching Contemporary America

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