• The comparative literature major at UCD combines the benefits of a small program with the opportunities available in a large, intellectually diverse research university.
  • The broad academic foundation of a major in comparative literature provides excellent preparation for graduate school and a variety of careers. Many graduates have put their well-honed writing skills to work in the competitive fields of journalism, publishing, and translation. Others have gone on to succeed in Web design, law, business, and other fields where their analytical and communication skills allow them to shine.
  • After an initial course sequence designed to introduce students to the Western literary tradition and to the major works of contemporary world literature, they will begin combining courses in one or more non-English literature (such as French, German or Japanese) with their work in comparative literature, theory and criticism. Students' coursework will sharpen their analytical and writing skills as they focus on the national literature of their choice. Students may also specialize in a particular genre (such as poetry or drama), historical period (such as the Renaissance or the modern era), or movement (such as Romanticism or Naturalism).