PhD in Germanic Studies

About this programme

The Graduate Program in Germanic Studies at UBC integrates a large scope of thematic and theoretical research areas. Students are guided by faculty whose teaching and research cover a wide range of German literature, film, culture, and media. Course offerings feature approaches grounded in varied theories and disciplinary perspectives. The program's structure encourages students to develop their individual focus of study and research in consultation with faculty. Students will develop a comprehensive knowledge of German cultural works in their aesthetic, social, political, cultural, and historical dimensions. Students learn how to apply a variety of critical methods and theories to the study of cultural texts, while developing skills that are applicable to many career paths. For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website Our graduate programs are situated in a thriving comparative department, which houses programs that concentrate on German, Nordic, and Slavic studies. Our departmental structure and the format of the degree encourage students to pursue their work in German Studies with an interdisciplinary and transcultural approach. Within our small department, our faculty, whose expertise lies in all areas of German, Nordic, and Slavic studies, including queer and gender/sexuality studies, film and media studies, literary studies, and applied linguistics, prepare students for their future endeavours and support them with a range of professional development opportunities. The small size of our program guarantees individualized attent