Dr. John Moffatt

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Moffatt is an Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in the intersection of rhetoric and communication. Moffatt has an extensive academic background, earning his doctorate from Queen's University in 1994, and earlier degrees from Queen's University and the University of Toronto. His research interests span various areas including Rhetorics of Witness, Ethos, Credibility, and Canadian Public Memory. He also examines topics related to Historical Rhetorics and Rhetorical Theory, with a focus on the role of graphic novels and media in communications. He has supervised numerous graduate projects exploring themes such as workplace culture in Canadian mining, the representation of women in media, and organizational leadership communication.

Research Interests

Courses

RCM 400 Theory Practice Persuasion RCM 404 Leadership Communication RCM 406 Studies in Communication Series RCM 407 Rhetorical Editing RCM 800 Rhetorical Foundations

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
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

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