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

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From Medieval and Renaissance writing to the 18th century to the present, from the novel to poetry to modernism, postmodernism, and the contemporary scene - were strongly committed to the interdisciplinary study of literature.98% of our English Language and Literature research output was rated world-leading, internationally excellent or recognised internationally in terms of originality, significance, and rigour (REF 2014). We’re one of the largest graduate communities in the country, with over ...Read more

From Medieval and Renaissance writing to the 18th century to the present, from the novel to poetry to modernism, postmodernism, and the contemporary scene - we're strongly committed to the interdisciplinary study of literature.

98% of our English Language and Literature research output was rated world-leading, internationally excellent or recognised internationally in terms of originality, significance, and rigour (REF 2014). We’re one of the largest graduate communities in the country, with over 200 students and more than 50 faculty. You’ll benefit from expert supervision, teacher training and research workshops, as well as a lively annual roster of symposia, conferences, and guest lectures.

Areas of Study

You can look at literature in relation to philosophy, visual culture, and the history of ideas. You could base your project in an area such as:

  • postcolonial theory
  • feminist theory
  • gay and lesbian criticism
  • queer theory
  • recent developments in psychoanalytic, Marxist, poststructuralist, and new historicist criticism.

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WUSCA ranking:
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72/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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28th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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47th
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Anna
12 Nov 24

My teaching was completely amazing, and I had teachers who made such a difference. I love that it is a campus in the downs, but so easy to get to the city - in the summer the..Read more

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Lilian
12 Nov 24

Best: all the different kinds of societies, and different activities for students to..Read more

Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You’re normally expected to have a merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Master’s degree. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a subject area relevant to your chosen area of research. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

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£4,786 per year

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£21,500 per year

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Students from EU

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£21,500 per year

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Anna
12 Nov 24
English BA (Hons)
My teaching was completely amazing, and I had teachers who made such a difference. I love that it is a campus in the downs, but so easy to get to the city - in the summer the...
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Lilian
12 Nov 24
English BA (Hons)
Best: all the different kinds of societies, and different activities for students to...
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University of Sussex
Sussex House Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9RH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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