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MPhil/PhD English, Comparative Literature or Linguistics at Goldsmiths, University of London

Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

We offer MPhil and PhD research programmes in English (including American Studies), Comparative Literature or Linguistics for full-time or part-time study. Literary and Creative Studies at Goldsmiths consists of scholars and creative writers whose work is acknowledged and cited internationally. We offer a stimulating environment for undertaking postgraduate research in English Literature (including American Literature and literary theory), World Literature, Comparative Literature, Linguistics, and Creative Writing.

Faculty: School of Music, English and Theatre  |  Department: Literary and Creative Studies  |  Duration: 3-4 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Our graduates have gone on to pursue careers in: Publishing, Journalism, Public relations, Teaching, Advertising, The civil service, Business/Industry, The media. Carrying out a research degree will help you develop: Transferable skills, including enhanced communication and discussion skills in written and oral contexts, The ability to analyse and evaluate different textual materials, The ability to organise information, and to assimilate and evaluate competing arguments.

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Entry requirements

You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a taught Masters in a relevant subject area, of at least high merit standard. We normally also expect an undergraduate degree of at least upper second class standard. You might also be considered for some programmes if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. Please note, acceptance to a research programme is subject to available staff supervision capacity, students should have two confirmed supervisors before submitting an application. English language: IELTS 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/2027). Home - full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 21,000 a year (2026/2027). International - full-time Source

Duration: 3-4 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time

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