PhD Hispanic Studies at University of Kent

Programme overview

The PhD in Hispanic Studies produces an original thesis of up to 100,000 words in English or Spanish. Current topics include Spanish film legislation, contemporary Spanish film cultures and sterilisation campaigns in Peru. The programme is supervised through the University of Kent's Language Centre, with research seminars, workshops and transferable skills training, and students are likely to gain teaching experience.

Department: Department of Modern Languages | Duration: 3 to 4 years full-time, 6 to 7 years part-time | Intake: September, January, April | Study mode: full-time or part-time (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Independent research leading to a thesis, supported by research seminars and training within the Research Network for Languages, Linguistics and Literatures.

Career pathways

Graduates have worked in media, publishing, public administration, charities and voluntary work, and education and teaching in the UK and around the world.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 or above: a first or upper-second class BA honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, a distinction or merit in an MA programme or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g. Hispanic Studies). Research students must demonstrate competence in Spanish (and Catalan if relevant). International applicants: a Good level of English (CEFR B2), for example IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, or PTE Academic 63 with at least 59 in each sub-test; a degree from a UK university or a majority English-speaking country is also accepted.

International applicants: GBP 21,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September, January, April

Duration: 3 to 4 years full-time, 6 to 7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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