Overview

The objective of the French program at McMaster University is to help students gain a comprehensive understanding of the Francophone world across time, space and socio-cultural discourses and practices, and to facilitate their professional integration in an increasingly globalized world.

Features

One of the most salient and innovative features of the program is the option of spending up to one year in a Francophone country or region (in Europe, Canada, US, Africa, Asia or the Caribbean).

During their study abroad, students will be able to expand their research, enrich their professional and personal experience, immerse themselves in a Francophone environment and experience its diversity.

While we wish to prepare students for academic professions, we also strive to facilitate their access to other professions which demand highly skilled individuals in fields such as in international relations, the media, human resources, NGOs, business, diplomacy, environment or the arts.

Programme Structure

Students may opt to specialize in one or more of the following areas:

Francophone literatures (African, Asian and Caribbean)

Quebec literature

Franco-Ontarian, Acadian and Francophone literatures from elsewhere in Canada

Indigenous literature in French

French literature

Visual culture and intermediality

Women’s studies and feminist research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, Canada

Disciplines

Language Studies French studies View 7 other PhDs in French studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

B+

English requirements

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

Other requirements

General requirements

Master’s Degree
B+ minimum average, based on previous graduate work
All post-secondary academic work completed to date
Official transcripts
Two academic references from instructors most familiar with your academic work
English language proficiency
Statement of Interest

CV/Resume
The English language proficiency test (TOEFL) is not required to enter the PhD Program in Frenchhe English language proficiency test (TOEFL) is not required to enter the PhD Program in French

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

4204 CAD / year

≈ 4204 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4204 CAD / year

≈ 4204 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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