📘 Program Name: PhD in Comparative Literature
⏳ Program Duration: 3–5 Years (Full-Time)
💻 Delivery Mode: On-Campus / Online / Hybrid
🎓 Credit Hours: 60
📅 Intake: Fall and Spring
🏛️ Degree Awarded By: Arizona International University

🌍 Program Overview:
The PhD in Comparative Literature at Arizona International University offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of literary traditions across cultures and languages. This program is designed for students who wish to explore the global scope of literature, comparing texts from different languages, genres, historical periods, and cultural contexts. The focus is on developing critical thinking, analytical skills, and research expertise necessary to engage with diverse literary and cultural materials. The program prepares students for careers in academia, research, publishing, and beyond, encouraging them to think globally and critically about the role of literature in shaping societies.

📚 Curriculum Highlights:

• 📚 Introduction to Comparative Literature

• 🌍 World Literature and Globalization

• 📖 Literary Theory

• ✍️ Interdisciplinary Approaches to Literature

• 🌐 Cross-Cultural Literature

• 📜 Translation Studies

• 📝 Research Methods in Literary Studies

• 🧠 Literature and Philosophy

• 🎓 Dissertation and Research Project

🎯 Career Outcomes:

• 📚 University Professor

• 📝 Literary Critic

• 📖 Translation Specialist

• 🎓 Researcher in Literature and Culture

• 🗣️ Editor or Publisher

• 📚 Literary Scholar

• 🎬 Cultural Consultant

• 📜 Archivist

• 🎤 Writer or Author

• 🌍 International Relations Specialist

🌐 Global Exposure & Partnerships:

• 🌏 Collaborations with international literary journals, publishers, and academic institutions.

• 🎤 Opportunities to attend global literary conferences, symposiums, and workshops.

• 🧳 Internships with publishing houses, literary agencies, and cultural organizations.

• 📚 Exchange programs with renowned universities and literary societies worldwide.

📝 Admission Requirements:

• 🎓 Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., literature, cultural studies, comparative literature, or a related discipline).

• 📄 Resume and Statement of Purpose

• 📝 Research Proposal

• 🗣️ English Proficiency (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 80 / AIU English Test)

• 📖 Writing Samples (e.g., critical essays or research papers) may be requested.

💰 Tuition & Financial Aid:

• 📚 Annual Tuition: $18,500

• 🎓 Scholarships and research assistantships available

• 🧾 Paid internships and fellowships may be offered