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PhD English Literature at University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Supervised independent research in the School of English, leading to a thesis of around 75,000 words and a viva. Creative writing PhDs combine a creative project (60%) with a 40,000-word critical project (40%).

Department: School of English  |  Duration: 3 to 3.5 years full-time; 6 to 7 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time or part-time  |  Intake: September/October  |  Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervision every four to six weeks, with a second supervisor for training and progress and a personal tutor for wellbeing.

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Entry requirements

A good first degree (2:1 or equivalent) and a Masters-level qualification (Merit or equivalent). English as first language or IELTS 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component. PhD supporting statement and research proposal, a 6,000-8,000 word writing sample, two academic references and CV required; applications are normally interviewed.

Intake: September/October

Duration: 3 to 3.5 years full-time; 6 to 7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/phd/apply

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