Dr. David Chariandy

Professor

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Biography

David Chariandy is a writer and critic renowned for his contributions to Black Canadian literature. He is the author of the acclaimed novels 'Soucouyant' and 'Brother', and his epistolary memoir focuses on the relationship between a father and daughter. His works have been translated into numerous languages and have won several prestigious awards including the Rogers Writers' Trust Fiction Prize and the Toronto Book Prize. Chariandy has significantly contributed to Black Canadian literature through his articles and book chapters, and has co-edited special journal issues. He is a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, actively seeks to bridge the gap between public and academic discourse, and aims to deepen the study of Black, Caribbean, and Canadian literatures. He specializes in prose forms and addresses themes of diasporic narration in his recent projects. In addition to his writing, he has been involved in various literary and cultural organizations, contributing to the evolving landscape of writing and publishing in Canada.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology