Comparative Studies

Florida Atlantic鈥檚 Comparative Studies program stands out for its flexibility and depth. You can tailor your studies through three unique tracks鈥擟ultures, Languages and Literatures; Culture, Society and Politics; and Design, Aesthetics and the Arts. The program鈥檚 collaborative environment connects you with faculty across disciplines and offers opportunities for innovative research, including partnerships with international institutions and access to specialized labs in design and the arts. You鈥檒l join a vibrant community that values creativity, critical thinking, and real-world impact.

comparative studies

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Graduate Degrees

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Comparative Studies

Concentrations

Cultures, Languages and Literatures
Culture, Society and Politics
Design, Aesthetics and the Arts

Certificate

Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies (Graduate Certificate)

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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes

1. Develop advanced interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research skills.
2. Gain deep expertise in at least two traditional disciplines.
3. Foster the ability to analyze and address complex issues from multiple perspectives.
4. Prepare for academic and non-academic careers that require critical thinking and cross-disciplinary knowledge.

1. Demonstrate mastery of theories and methodologies in chosen areas of concentration.
2. Produce original research that contributes to the field of comparative studies.
3. Communicate complex ideas clearly in both written and oral forms.
4. Collaborate effectively with scholars from diverse backgrounds.
5. Apply comparative approaches to real-world challenges in academia, public organizations, or the arts.

FAQs

With the exception of the core courses and directed independent study courses, you can enroll in the other courses as a non-degree-seeking student, provided there is room and you obtain permission of instructor. If subsequently you are accepted into the program, you may request to have the credits for those courses used for program requirements, provided you have received a grade of B or higher. Final approval rests with the Ph.D. Executive Committee.

Students who have taken courses in the Ph.D. program may petition to transfer up to nine credits towards the degree, with the approval of the Ph.D. Executive Committee.

Students who are transferring into the program from other Ph.D. programs may petition to transfer up to 18 credits of work toward program requirements, with the approval of the Ph.D. Executive Committee.

The Ph.D. in Comparative Studies Program for the Cultures, Languages, and Literatures track only accepts applications for the Fall semester of each academic year. The deadline for Fall admission to the CLL Program is January 15th. Please note that this deadline differs from the 糖心Vlog application deadline of July 1. Acceptance is limited to 15 students in each cohort. There are a limited number of teaching assistantships awarded; preference is given to students qualified or in training to teach undergraduate courses in the departments of English and Languages, Linguistics and Comparative Literature.

The only way to apply to our graduate program is to apply online. Depending on your Internet connectivity speed, you should be able to complete the online application in 15-20 minutes. Download the 糖心Vlog graduate application form: www.fau.edu/graduate/applyonline/index.php.

Since your application is handled by several offices before reaching the Ph.D. program office, it helps if you attach a cover letter indicating that you are applying to the Ph.D. in Comparative Studies. In this cover letter, you may wish to indicate

what, if any, parts of your application are not yet complete (e.g., letters of reference)
whether you wish to be considered for a teaching assistantship
any other relevant information

In a cover letter (see #5) that accompanies your 糖心Vlog graduate 糖心Vlog application, indicate

that you wish to be considered for a teaching assistantship
which language(s) you are proficient for teaching in (Graduate Teaching Assistantships are primarily available in English, French, Italian and Spanish.)

If you are awarded a TA-ship, you must enroll as a full-time student (nine credit-hours per semester). You then are required to teach at least one undergraduate course in both the Fall and Spring semesters. The teaching assistanship includes a $19,500.00 stipend as well as a tuition waiver. However, you will be responsible for student fees

Shane Christian Eason, BFA,MFA

Associate Professor

Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters

maileason@fau.edu

call(561) 297-0044

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