Humanities research degree MPhil/PhD
De Montfort University
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Our research students have an excellent record of employment, with former students employed in postdoctoral and lectureship positionsIn preparation for academic careers, the Humanities doctoral training programme offers advice on writing for publication, beginning to teach, presenting work and conference organisation. Our research students are currently working in areas such as sports history, minority cultures, the history of photography, film adaptations of literary texts, ekphrastic poetry, ...Read more

Our research students have an excellent record of employment, with former students employed in postdoctoral and lectureship positionsIn preparation for academic careers, the Humanities doctoral training programme offers advice on writing for publication, beginning to teach, presenting work and conference organisation. Our research students are currently working in areas such as sports history, minority cultures, the history of photography, film adaptations of literary texts, ekphrastic poetry, short fiction, textual scholarship and Shakespeare.

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35/279
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Bagi
08 Dec 25

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Benjamin
20 Nov 24

DMU is a vibrant community, a melting pot of many cultures, offering a welcoming atmosphere regardless of one's background. As a PhD student, which often requires independent..Read more

Entry requirements

In order to be admitted as a candidate for a research degree an applicant shall normally: Possess a UK Honours degree with at least an upper second class honours, or an academic or professional qualification which the University deems to be equivalent (eg. an overseas qualification); and Demonstrate competence in the use of the English language to the satisfaction of the University.

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£15,500 per year

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20 Nov 24
Humanities research degree MPhil/PhD
DMU is a vibrant community, a melting pot of many cultures, offering a welcoming atmosphere regardless of one's background. As a PhD student, which often requires independent...
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De Montfort University
De Montfort University , Leicester

De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is a well-renowned institution with a long established history of educational success,...

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City Campus The Gateway Leicester LE1 9BH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Leicester  0.4 miles away
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