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Browse Programs Admission InformationThe Master’s program in General and Comparative Literature at Hassiba Benbouali University aims to equip students with advanced skills in analyzing and studying world literature from a comparative perspective. The program focuses on deepening critical understanding of English, American, and African literature, while exploring the cultural and historical influences that have shaped these literary traditions over time.
The core courses include the study of modern and contemporary literature, theater, poetry, and novel analysis within their social and historical contexts. The program also offers modules in research methodology, literary criticism approaches, and computational applications in language and literature studies.
The program places a strong emphasis on advanced research in comparative literature, discourse analysis, postcolonial studies, and the interaction between literature and culture. It also includes literary translation and multidisciplinary text analysis, preparing students for advanced academic research or diverse professional opportunities.
To enroll in the program, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field, with a strong academic record that meets the university’s admission criteria. They must also pass the academic selection process.