PhD French and Francophone Studies at University of Aberdeen

Programme overview

Investigating the rich diversity of French and Francophone cultures, histories and societies from the seventeenth century to the present day.

Department: School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Several of our PhD students have progressed to academic roles including postdoctoral research fellowships, teaching fellowships and lectureships. They have also pursued careers in curation, arts management and the third sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally, the minimum entrance requirement for admission to the PhD is a degree with Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in an appropriate field, or equivalent. It is preferable that you hold a Masters in the chosen area of study as well. Alongside your application form, you will need to upload the following supporting documents online: Copies of your undergraduate and graduate degree certificates Academic transcripts for your undergraduate and graduate degrees. Two academic references; either the details of your referees provided on your application form or uploaded online with your application. A detailed research proposal of c. two pages If English is not your first language and you have not studied previously at an institution in the UK, you will need to demonstrate your proficiency in English by taking an IELTS, TOEFL or PTE academic test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time Home/RUK research rate (set by UKRI); part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time international rate for research degrees admitted 2026/27; part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

Apply through the official page: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply/

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