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PhD English Literature

3 Years On Campus Phd Program

Cardiff University

Program Overview

The PhD programme in English Literature at Cardiff offers the opportunity to pursue doctoral research in a range of canonical and newly-emergent areas of study, from a focus on traditional authors and periods to more recent developments in the fields of cultural theory, gender criticism, eco-theory and digital humanities.

Program Key Stats

£15650 (Annual cost)



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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

At least a 2:1 in English Literature (and/or relevant discipline) and an MA in English Literature (and/or a relevant discipline), An essay on a literary topic of your choice (around 4000 words, in English), An IELTS overall score of 7.5 with at least 7.0 in each sub score is essential, Exam results (copies of original certificates or transcripts and English translations, if necessary, to prove you have the qualifications listed on your application form), Two references (usually at least one from a recent lecturer or professor), Research Proposal, Personal statement that outlines the reasons for applying, GCSE/GCE 'O' level English language score C, IELTS (Academic) test from any IELTS test centre score 6.5 (with at least 5.5 in each sub-score), TOEFL (iBT) score 90, IGCSE level English language score C, Cambridge Proficiency (CPE) score C (185 from January 2015), Cambridge Advanced (CAE) score C (176 from January 2015), PTE score 62, Trinity ISE III: Pass in all four components, International Baccalaureate Diploma (English language at HL or SL): Grade 5

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