Dr. Pierre Lyraud

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Pierre Lyraud is an Assistant Professor in the Department of French Literature at the University of Montreal. He is a former student of the École Normale Supérieure and holds a doctorate in French literature. His research focuses on the intersections of literature, philosophy, and spirituality in 17th-century France, particularly the works of Pascal. In 2022, he published a revised version of his doctoral thesis titled 'Figures de la finitude chez Pascal. La fin et le passage'. He is involved in ongoing research projects, including the study of citation practices in Early Modern France and the exploration of hope and literature from the 16th to 18th centuries. Lyraud has collaborated on various scholarly events and been part of editorial committees for academic journals. His teaching includes supervising Master’s theses and contributing to the academic formation of students in French literature.

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.