Program Description
The Master of Arts (M.A.) in East Asian Studies offered by the Faculty of Arts offers interdisciplinary training and specialization in the cultural, social, and historical research on Asia from literature to migration, from visual art to popular religion, and from film and media to gender politics. Historical periods of specialization covered range from the medieval to the contemporary. Particular emphasis is placed on intercultural, transnational, and feminist approaches to the study of East Asia.
Keywords: East Asia, transnational, culture, China, Japan, Korea, second language research, languages, art, Anime, cinema, media, gender, religion, archaeology, critical theory , philosophy, literature
Unique Program Features
- East Asian Studies graduates have successfully pursued careers in business, academia, law, the arts, and the sciences.
University-Level Admission Requirements
- An eligible Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA out of a possible 4.0 GPA
- English-language proficiency
Each program has specific admission requirements including required application documents. Please visit the program website for more details.
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Program Website
M.A. in East Asian Studies website
Department Contact
Graduate Program asian.studies [at] mcgill.ca (email)
Available Intakes
Fall
Application Deadlines
| Intake | Applications Open | Application Deadline - International | Application Deadline - Domestic (Canadian, Permanent Resident of Canada) |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALL | September 15 | January 10 | January 10 |
| WINTER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SUMMER | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Note: Application deadlines are subject to change without notice. Please check the application portal for the most up-to-date information.