Master of Arts in English

The program has two tracks: English Literature and English with a concentration in Writing, Media Arts, and Technology. Recent graduates from each track have gone on to careers in business, education, non-profits, journalism, as well as doctoral programs in literature and composition and rhetoric. In addition to our nationally recognized strengths in Modernism, American literature, and early British literature, we have faculty interested in gender studies, the history of the book, eco criticism, material culture, theater, poetics, and other interdisciplinary topics. A strong mentoring program helps students acclimate to life in graduate school and guides students in their professional pursuits. Teaching fellowships and tuition remission are available, and all students without other assistance receive a 25% discount percent on their tuition. Located in the heart of vibrant downtown Pittsburgh, our department offers small classes, individual attention from dedicated professors, and an energetic and welcoming graduate community. M.A. in English with a Concentration in Writing, Media Arts, and Technology: You love literature. You love writing. You love them both enough to want to pursue a higher degree in English. But you are also the practical sort who understands that, in today's world, learning has to be a means to an end. And that end needs to include a career that can pay the bills. Duquesne University's new Master of Arts in English with a Concentration in Writing, Media Arts, and Technology provides you with the best of both worlds: the literature and writing classes of a traditional M.A. in English combined with engagement with digital media, writing for trade publications, and experience with design. In this program, you will: Build a solid foundation in literary studies, Develop sophisticated interpretive and critical thinking skills, Learn core writing principles and methodologies for writing across different media, Get hands-on experience with today's publishing technology.