Overview

The French department at McMaster University offers a master's and doctoral program articulated around the theme “Francophonie and diversity.”

Beyond geographic and cultural diversity, other forms are envisaged, such as gender, sexual diversity, racial diversity, generation differences and physical abilities. The diversity also resides in the interdisciplinary perspective that the department adopts both in terms of teaching and research.

Areas of Research

French-speaking literatures (Africa, Asia, Caribbean)

Franco-Ontarian literature

Quebec literature

Indigenous literature in French

French literature

Female studies

Philosophy of Enlightenment

Queer Theory

Intermediality

Utopia and science fiction

Critical and literary theory

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Beginner Intensive French

French Language Practice

Quebec Literature and Culture

Elementary Translation

Professional French

Theory To Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-18 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, Canada

Disciplines

Language Studies French studies View 14 other Masters in French studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Honours Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

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.

Degrees and grades from foreign universities are evaluated for their equivalency to McMaster’s. Please contact the program for specific details.

Departments or programs may establish additional requirements, such as scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

Admission is competitive: meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission

The admission decision is not subject to appeal

Applicants who do not meet the above mentioned requirements, should consult the Graduate Calendar to determine the requirements for exceptional cases

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

27498 CAD / year

≈ 27498 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5632 CAD / year

≈ 5632 CAD / year

Living costs

Hamilton

Canada

1163 - 1630 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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