English Literature (PhD) 36 months PHD Programme By Cardiff University |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

21,200 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

English Language and LiteratureMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

We welcome applications for research across the chronological and theoretical range of English Literature.

Successful applicants will be supervised by academic staff working at the forefront of their fields and leading debate in the ever-changing environments of the discipline.

Doctoral students are encouraged to push beyond the boundaries of critical commonplaces, to think differently and to participate fully in the rich intellectual life of the School. As well as working closely with a dedicated supervisor, or supervisors, students are able to develop their projects within the context of a dynamic and well-resourced interdisciplinary research culture.

Programme overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

We welcome applications for research across the chronological and theoretical range of English Literature.

Successful applicants will be supervised by academic staff working at the forefront of their fields and leading debate in the ever-changing environments of the discipline.

Doctoral students are encouraged to push beyond the boundaries of critical commonplaces, to think differently and to participate fully in the rich intellectual life of the School. As well as working closely with a dedicated supervisor, or supervisors, students are able to develop their projects within the context of a dynamic and well-resourced interdisciplinary research culture.

Admission Requirements

3.3+
7.5+
In order to be considered for an offer for this programme you will need to meet all of the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided.

Applications are welcome from graduates with at least a 2.1 at undergraduate level in English Literature (and/or relevant discipline) and an MA in English Literature (and/or relevant discipline). Emphasis will be placed on the strength and viability of the proposed research project, the availability of an appropriate supervisor and the samples of your creative and critical writing (see how to apply section).

Please note that the School requires applicants to undertake an initial review before making a formal application via the direct application system. See 'How to apply' section for further details.

Please note we interview all PhD applicants who fulfil the entry requirements and where an offer is being considered.


English language requirements The School welcomes applications from students outside the United Kingdom. For non-native speakers of English, an IELTS overall score of 7.5 with at least 7.0 in each sub-score is essential.

3 Years
Jan
Apr

Tuition fees

Domestic
5,006 GBP
International
21,200 GBP

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