Dr. John O Connor

Associate Professor

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Biography

John J. O'Connor is an Associate Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto. His primary teaching and research interests lie in the area of Canadian literature, with a particular focus on fiction. He has a special emphasis on prairie writers and is currently working on an authorized critical biography of Sinclair Ross. His academic interests extend to twentieth-century fiction in Quebec, translations of Canadian literature, modern British and American fiction, as well as Romantic poetry. O'Connor's work has contributed significantly to the study of these genres, and he remains actively engaged in exploring the nuances of Canadian literary landscapes.

Research Interests

Canadian Literature Fiction Twentieth-Century Fiction Romantic Poetry British Fiction American Fiction

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
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of intent
  • Writing sample
  • Curriculum Vitae
Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology