Comparative cultural and literary studies explore similarities and differences within and among national cultures and literatures, as well as in the work of individuals, using a variety of methods from the humanities and social sciences. Such interdisciplinary studies focus on the production, circulation, and interpretation of meaning and value in all cultural activity. The Program offers the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees with a major in comparative cultural and literary studies.
Students pursue a core of theoretical courses and study at least two primary discourses.
Courses are taught by faculty from a variety of cooperating departments and programs. A list of affiliated faculty is available from the program office. The master's degree is considered primarily as leading to the Ph.D. degree. For admission and degree requirements, please consult the Graduate Catalog. I II Interpretations of culture, in its broadest sense, from local to global perspectives.