PhD English Literature at University of Surrey

Programme overview

We perform innovative and world-leading research across literature, writing and linguistics. Our diverse mix of subject specialities means we are a vibrant and imaginative community with lots of opportunity for intellectual exchange.

Duration: 48/48 months full-time; 4 years full-time with distance learning; 96/96 months part-time; 8 years part-time with distance learning | Study mode: full-time; full-time with distance learning; part-time; part-time with distance learning | Intake: April 2027, July 2027, January 2028 | Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our English Literature PhD will train you in critical and analytical skills, research methods, and knowledge that will equip you for your professional or academic career. It normally takes around three or four years to complete our full-time PhD. You’ll be assigned a primary and secondary supervisor, who will meet with you regularly to read and discuss your work and progress.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a good first-class UK degree (a minimum 2:1 or equivalent) and an MA in a relevant topic. IELTS Academic 7.0 or above with a minimum of 6.5 in each component (or equivalent)

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, April 2027 start; non-September starts attract a pro-rata fee in the year of entry Source

International applicants: GBP 21,800 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee, full-time route, April 2027 start; non-September starts attract a pro-rata fee in the year of entry Source

Intake: April 2027, July 2027, January 2028

Duration: 48/48 months full-time; 4 years full-time with distance learning; 96/96 months part-time; 8 years pa

Apply through the official page: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/doctoral-college/prospective-postgraduate-researchers/application-guidance

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