English PhD
University of Aberdeen
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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6 years

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Exploring the literature and languages of the British Isles and America and beyond, from the earliest written sources to the present day.Based in the School of Language, Literature, Film and Visual Culture, our research programmes in English are distinguished for research on canonical authors and on contextualising approaches to literature. We also have a strong tradition of textual scholarship. We have long standing links with other programmes, particularly History, Philosophy, Cultural ...Read more

Exploring the literature and languages of the British Isles and America and beyond, from the earliest written sources to the present day.

Based in the School of Language, Literature, Film and Visual Culture, our research programmes in English are distinguished for research on canonical authors and on contextualising approaches to literature. We also have a strong tradition of textual scholarship. We have long standing links with other programmes, particularly History, Philosophy, Cultural History and Modern Languages.

Our research areas pages have links to individual staff pages where you can find out more about the range of research being done here.

We are open to discussing all potential projects with applicants, including the possibility of undertaking these via Distance Learning.

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Marta
23 Nov 23

One of my favourite things is the Library, each floor has different noise levels, it's great to focus and is on campus so you're only ever a 10minute walk away maximum meaning..Read more

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Theresa
23 Nov 23

I really enjoy studying at the university of Aberdeen, from the stunning buildings to the courses offered to us. However, the uni Starbucks shut down which was a key place for me..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants to the MPhil or PhD must provide a detailed research proposal and two academic references from their most recent academic institution.

Tuition fees

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£4,786 per year

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£21,700 per year

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£21,700 per year

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Marta
23 Nov 23
English MA (Hons)
One of my favourite things is the Library, each floor has different noise levels, it's great to focus and is on campus so you're only ever a 10minute walk away maximum meaning...
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Theresa
23 Nov 23
English MA (Hons)
I really enjoy studying at the university of Aberdeen, from the stunning buildings to the courses offered to us. However, the uni Starbucks shut down which was a key place for me...
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University of Aberdeen
Directorate of External Relations King's College Aberdeen Aberdeen, City Of AB24 3FX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  0.9 miles away

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