A checklist is the list of requirements to complete this program and receive the award, as the college publishes it in its catalog. It is the same for everyone. It does not say what you have completed; that comes from applying your own record.
Program
- Award
- PhD
- Credential class
- ceterms:DoctoralDegree
- Catalog edition
- 2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide
- Checklist type
- degree-program
- Description
- The graduate program provides qualified students with a framework for studying a broad range of literatures, for exploring literature and other arts, and for pursuing translation studies or other forms of interdisciplinary inquiry. In addition to the body of knowledge and methodology appropriate to their individual programs of study, students are expected to acquire a considerable familiarity with world literature and with literary theory and criticism. Students work closely with the departmental director of graduate studies to formulate a curriculum that meets their needs and maintains the standards of the discipline. While the normal requirements for the PhD are described below, students may have certain courses waived because of their previous training or professional goals.
Identifiers
- IPEDS UNITID
- 196079
- CourseShelf checklist
- CK_196079_61bb9feb
- CollegeTransfer.Net
- Institution Transfer Profile
- Source
- CourseShelf publish 61
Requirements to complete
Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.
Doctoral Program in Literary Studies
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Admission Requirements
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- Students in Binghamton University’s Comparative Literature MA program who have passed the MA examination with a grade of B+ or better may be recommended to the program at the discretion of the departmental examination committee.Not resolved to a course
- Students presenting an MA degree in national literature from another department or university, or an MA in comparative literature from another university, are normally not required to take the master’s examination.Not resolved to a course
Program Requirements
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Course Requirements
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Foreign Language Requirement
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Choosing Advisors
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Exam Requirement
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- Dissertation Proposal (in the format of a substantial paper): This paper is expected to review primary and secondary sources and articulate the problem(s) that the student will focus on.Not resolved to a course
- Historical Construction of a Topic: This section of the exam is devoted to a theme that treats the student’s area of expertise in its historical dimension. This is a 72-hour take-home exam.Not resolved to a course
- Minor Field: This is a second area of specialization that may be conceived in such a way as to complement the major area of expertise or to represent an altogether different focus. This is a 72-hour take-home exam.Not resolved to a course
- Oral Examination: This segment is based on the dissertation proposal and on the preceding portions of the exam and involves all of the examiners. Students are expected to make an oral presentation of their doctoral project at the beginning of the examination.Not resolved to a course
Dissertation Requirements
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Doctoral Track in Philosophy, Literature and the Theory of Criticism (PLC)
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Admission Requirements
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Program Requirements
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Course Requirements
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Foreign Language Requirement
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Choosing Advisors
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Exam Requirement
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- Dissertation Proposal (in the format of a substantial paper): This paper should review the significant primary and secondary sources relevant to this area of work and should articulate the problem(s) that the student will focus on.Not resolved to a course
- PLC Core (Philosophical Texts): Based on the reading list provided by the student. This is a 72-hour take-home exam.Not resolved to a course
- PLC Core (Literary Texts): Based on the reading list provided by the student. This is a 72-hour take-home exam.Not resolved to a course
- Oral Examination: This segment is based on the dissertation proposal and on the preceding portions of the exam and involves all of the examiners.Not resolved to a course
Dissertation Requirements
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Additional Information About the Program
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