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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)
Full Time
FEB-27
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)
Part Time
SEP-26
4 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campus (Millennium Point)
Part Time
FEB-27
4 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Online
Online
SEP-26
4 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Online
Online
FEB-27
4 Years
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Overview A PhD in English will help you to develop research skills that support professional practice, research and/or academic careers. You will work closely with a team of specialist academics in your chosen field, and receive excellent support tailored to your individual needs. What's covered in this course? A PhD enables you to follow a programme of self-directed, independent study, supported by experienced supervisors who are themselves experts in their area. You will also be supported by the wider research community in the Faculty and you will have regular opportunities to attend research seminars, conferences and symposia. We have a vibrant research community here at Birmingham City University, with many talented postgraduate researchers developing and exchanging knowledge across their fields. Conducting a PhD will allow you to develop cutting-edge research in your area of interest, with the support of your research supervisor and fellow research community.
To apply for our English PhD research degree you should have, or expect to be awarded, a Masters degree in a relevant English literary or linguistic field from a British or overseas university.Exceptional applicants without a Master's degree, but holding a first class Bachelors degree in English, may be considered dependent upon the academic coherence and promise of their research proposal, and its consonance with the academic expertise of the School.We also welcome enquiries from potential PhD researchers without formal academic qualifications but with appropriate levels of professional experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£5,235 per year
Students from Domestic
Fees are yet to be confirmed and may be subject to change, as they will be informed by the UKRI doctorate award rates (announced early 2026).
£15,420 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£15,420 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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