Persian Studies

Ph.D. in Persian Studies

The Ph.D. program assumes an M.A. degree in Persian or its equivalent and adds depth and develops the capacity for independent scholarly research in the field. At least two years of Arabic are required in the Persian Ph.D. program. A period of research in Iran is recommended. Students are admitted to candidacy for the Ph.D. upon successful completion of a qualifying examination. Doctoral candidates are expected to take two advanced courses in literary criticism through the English Department or the Program in Comparative Literature, as well as selected relevant area studies courses in such fields as art, history, and political science. The individual student's stated research interests define specific Persian course requirements.