About our program
Cultural Mediations is the study of cultural forms that mediate our understanding of the world. It’s no wonder, then, that this innovative PhD program attracts those headed for careers in academia, government and the public sector, as well as practicing artists, filmmakers, and curators.
Selecting from four areas of specialization—Literary Studies, Musical Culture, Technology and Culture, and Visual Culture—students have the freedom to blend these and pursue research projects that call for interdisciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives. We provide a collegial and creative environment with access to an accomplished and eclectic academic community; we enable students to pursue projects that might not otherwise find a home.
This unique program, with its unconventional nature and small and welcoming scale, gives students an edge in the academic context while also preparing them for other career paths.
When people talk about Carleton, they often mention “the Capital advantage.” What exactly is “the Capital advantage?”
Canada’s capital region is a thriving and innovative ecosystem with the top ranked talent market in Canada in 2020, top ranked work-life balance in 2022 (Canadian Business Journal), and the second-highest concentration of tech workers in North America. The seat of Canada’s federal government, Ottawa is home to over 1,800 high-tech companies, more than 130 embassies and high commissions, and a large percentage of Canada’s major clinical and life sciences, and medical research centres. Ottawa is also one of worlds’ safest and cleanest cities.
