Languages, cultures and linguistics - PhD
University of Southampton
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Main Site - Highfield Campus

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Main Site - Highfield Campus

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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7 Years

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The Department of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics at Southampton is an internationally recognised centre of research excellence. We offer PhD supervision across a wide range of areas relating to language, culture and society, including applied linguistics.

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17th
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27 Feb 25

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A relevant UK bachelors degree with upper second-class honours or higher and usually a masters degree (typically at merit or higher) in a relevant subject.

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University of Southampton
University of Southampton , Southampton

The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition...

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University of Southampton
Highfield Southampton Hampshire SO17 1BJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: St Denys  0.6 miles away

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