Ph.D. in French or Hispanic Literatures
Students structure their programs to examine the chronological development of French or Hispanic literature, culture and language, eventually concentrating on a period or genre of their choice. They also become familiar with current critical methodologies.
In consultation with their advisors, candidates will assess and remedy any gaps in their intellectual preparation, to produce a broad and consistent knowledge base in their major literature. Advisors will assist students in balancing such broad preparation for dissertation work in a field in which individual candidates have demonstrated particular interest and ability.
With the approval of the Advisor, a doctoral candidate may design a program containing up to six credits for graduate courses to be taken in fields directly related to that of the student's specialization. These may include graduate courses in other Romance or non-Romance literatures, as well as those in other areas (Theology, Fine Arts, Political Science, etc.). Such courses must be approved by the Advisor before the student enrolls in them.