English PhD

The department offers a doctor of philosophy (PhD) program, with the following major areas of study: English literature, language, and print culture. Library resources include the contemporary literature collection, the largest single collection of post-war experimental and avant-garde poetry in Canada; the Wordsworth collection, including one of the largest collections of Lake District writings; William Blake drawings, illuminations and engravings in facsimile. The library also has on-line scholarly databases and resources in all major areas of study and subscribes to a wide range of leading academic journals. Applicants will have a well planned project that integrates with the department's areas of expertise. Cross disciplinary proposals and innovative studies are encouraged. Students are expected to contribute at all stages of the program.