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PhD English Literature at Cardiff University

Cardiff University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A PhD in English Literature for research across the chronological and theoretical range of the discipline, culminating in a sustained piece of written work making an original contribution to knowledge.

Department: School of English, Communication and Philosophy  |  Duration: PhD 3 years full-time, 5 years part-time; MPhil 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time  |  Intake: January, April, October  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised research with a generic training programme, thesis workshops, a dedicated suite of research rooms and School funding for conferences and archive visits.

Career pathways

Trains students in critical and theoretical practices in preparation for careers in higher education or professional employment requiring advanced research skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2.1 at undergraduate level in English Literature (and/or relevant discipline) and an MA in English Literature (and/or relevant discipline). Emphasis is placed on research project viability, supervisor availability and samples of creative and critical writing. An initial School review is required before formal application; all qualifying applicants are interviewed. English: IELTS overall 7.5 with at least 7.0 in each sub-score.

Intake: January, April, October

Duration: PhD 3 years, MPhil 1 year

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