Dr. Brent Nelson

Professor

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Biography

Brent Nelson is a Professor at the University of Saskatchewan in the College of Arts and Science, where he specializes in early modern literature, digital humanities, and book history. He supervises graduate research focused on cultural curiosities and textual studies, particularly associated with John Donne and his contemporaries. As a principal investigator, he is involved in projects like 'The Culture of Curiosity in England and Scotland 1580-1700' and serves as co-investigator on the SSHRC-funded project 'The Social Network of Early Modern Collectors of Curiosities.' Beyond teaching and supervision, Nelson collaborates with various initiatives including the Digital Prose Project and the Gateway English Manuscript Sermons project (GEMMS). He has a distinguished record of mentoring Ph.D. and Master's candidates through innovative research in early modern English literature and cultural history. His contributions have been recognized with teaching excellence nominations and awards, demonstrating his commitment to academic rigor and student engagement.

Research Interests

Awards

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USSU Teaching Excellence Award

2025-04-01
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USSU Teaching Excellence Award (nominated)

2006-01-01

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.