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    MA Programs in Comparative Literature

    A master’s degree gives graduates an edge in an ever-competitive economic environment. By completing two years of full-time study, those who finish a master’s program qualify for positions with greater responsibility and higher starting salaries.

    What is an MA in Comparative Literature? Sometimes called “literature without borders,” this field compares and contrasts writings from different nations and written in various languages. Students may also analyze literature against other aspects of culture, such as fine arts, music, dance, psychology and philosophy. They may compare works from several geographical areas, including China, France, Germany, the Americas and the Middle East. Students may uncover similarities across two cultures that seemed to have very little in common, or they may notice how one literary style or motif influenced another, despite being far away.

    Graduates of this master's program will experience improved reading comprehension, as well as a stronger grasp of foreign languages if works are studied in their original form. As well as opening up new areas of personal interest, earning such a degree can advance careers in academia and elsewhere.

    Some universities offer programs on the campus of an otherwise unaffiliated institution. Tuition varies across different schools and locations.

    Graduates may move into scholarly work or further studies. Some are hired by publishing houses and cultural institutes. Those with an interest in teaching should see many opportunities. Scholars who continue to analyze literary works often compile their findings for the enjoyment of readers who don’t have the time for such research. Those who continue their education may work on special university research projects, and if the circumstances are right, have opportunities to become part of tenured staff.

    Avid readers with an interest in different cultures and languages will thoroughly enjoy and benefit from a master’s program in comparative literature. To get started with a course, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.