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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campuses
Full Time
FEB-25
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campuses
Full Time
FEB-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campuses
Part Time
FEB-25
4 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
City Centre Campuses
Online
FEB-25
4 years
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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 the 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.
The School of English is keen to hear from serious researchers interested in pursuing a PhD. Normally we would expect a good MA in a relevant area as an entry requirement, but in certain cases this may not be appropriate. Our research degree coordinator is Dr Mark McGlashan, and you are welcome to contact him with any enquiries. PhD applications tend to be taken more seriously where some thought has been given not just to the project, but also to the potential supervisor.
The value of a PhD
The Doctor of Philosophy or PhD is recognised worldwide and is often an essential requirement for those wishing to follow an academic or research career in industry or commerce.
Our English PhD research degree will help you create opportunities to develop research skills that support professional practice, research and/or academic careers.
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.
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