Master of Arts in English Literature

• Advanced Knowledge: Demonstrate a critical understanding of the historical and cultural backgrounds of global literatures.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to use literary theories to analyze and culturally comprehend complex texts.
• Research Proficiency: Competence in using digital library databases to compile bibliographies and applying correct referencing formats.
• Communication Skills: Formulate and articulate precise ideas in both speech and writing, moving beyond “rote memorization” toward independent thought.
• Ethical Scholarship: Developing a sense of accountability and responsibility in academic work and adhering to research ethics. 

-Academic Background: Must hold a full-time bachelor’s degree in English Language and Literature, Comparative Literature, or Arabic Language and Literature from KSU or an accredited institution.

-Grade Point Average (GPA): A minimum cumulative GPA of “Very Good” (3.75 out of 5.0) or equivalent is required.

-English Proficiency:

• An overall band score of at least 6.5 in the IELTS Academic test or its equivalent in the TOEFL-iBT.
• A minimum score of 6.0 in the writing section of the IELTS Academic (or equivalent in TOEFL-iBT).

-Standardized Testing: A score of at least 65 in the General Aptitude Test (GAT) or a total score of 265 in the GRE-General test.

-Departmental Assessment: Applicants must pass a written entrance examination and, in some cases, an interview conducted by the department.

-Supporting Documents:

• A Statement of Purpose written in English outlining academic goals.
• Two academic recommendation letters from professors.

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First Year – Second Semester

Second Year – First Semester

Second Year – Second Semester

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