Overview

We have particular expertise in modern literature (the novel, poetry and drama, especially in the classical age, the early 20th century and the post-Wende period), the history and politics of German y and Austria since 1800 (particularly of the political East), German children's literature, and comparative literature. We also benefit from strong links with Augsburg, Graz, Heidelberg and Kiel, as well as research centres in Germany, especially the Deutsches Literaturarchiv in Marbach am Neckar.

We welcome applications from graduates wishing to pursue custom-designed research programmes. Interdisciplinary and cross-language research is particularly encouraged and well supported across the School of Modern Languages and the wider faculty. Our postgraduates are fully integrated in a professionally and personally supportive departmental and school community.

Careers

Graduates from this German programme from University of Bristol develop a wide variety of careers, including as academics in higher education.

Get more details

Visit official programme website

Programme Structure

Research groups

The social and political history of Austria and the GDR, including post-1945 and 1990 memory studies;
The relationship of literature and history in the experience of exile;
Comparative literature and the relationships of literature to music and the visual arts;
The literature and culture of Germany and Austria from the 18th century to the present day with particular strengths in writing in the German classical age (Goethe, Schiller), modernism and the literature of the two Germanies.

Check out the full curriculum

Visit official programme website

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2024-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies European Studies Linguistics View 92 other PhDs in Linguistics in United Kingdom

Explore more key information

Visit official programme website

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Bristol and/or in United Kingdom, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

A master's qualification, or be working towards a master's qualification, or international equivalent. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree (or international equivalent). Applicants with a non-traditional background may be considered provided they can demonstrate substantial equivalent and relevant experience that has prepared them to undertake their proposed course of study.

Make sure you meet all requirements

Visit official programme website

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

20100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20100 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

4665 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4665 GBP per year during 48 months.

UK: part-time (two years)

£2,332 per year

Living costs for Bristol

750 - 1260 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.