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MPhil/PhD Comparative Literature at Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This research degree is ideal if you wish to engage critically with the study of comparative literature - or other cultural forms, especially in the area of visual studies - across two or more linguistic, regional or national contexts. The research focus of our academic staff is on French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish-speaking cultures in a transnational context, and we welcome research proposals that focus comparatively on or across these areas. We have great expertise in a wide variety of themes both historically and geographically (in Europe, Japan and the Americas).

Faculty: School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication  |  Duration: Four years full-time, on campus; Seven years part-time, on campus  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October 2027 | January 2028 | April 2028  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

The entry requirement for this MPhil/PhD Comparative Literature is usually a good first degree in an arts or humanities subject. Specific indication of research interests or outline of proposed research prior to interview. English language: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,780 a year (2026/27). Part-time home students; Four years full-time or seven years part-time, on campus, starting in January 2027 Source

International applicants: GBP 8,230 a year (2026/27). Part-time international students; Four years full-time or seven years part-time, on campus, starting in January 2027 Source

Intake: October 2027 | January 2028 | April 2028

Duration: Four years full-time, on campus; Seven years part-time, on campus

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