Dr. Mélissande Tomcik

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mélissande Tomcik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of French Literature at the University of Montreal. Her research primarily focuses on literary representations of misinformation in Latin texts. She also explores animal metaphors and wordplay in Latin poetry. Tomcik is the lead researcher on a project titled "Empty Promises Misinterpreted Prophecies," which is funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, aiming to examine the Flavian epic from 2025 to 2028. Through her scholarly work, she contributes to the understanding of literary discourse analysis and its implications regarding ancient Rome.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Montreal

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2 level)
  • CV/Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Most programs require French B2 level; specific departments may require C1 or C2.