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Overview
Examples of PhD projects which our students have undertaken include students’ attitudes to native and non-native English language teachers, the role of metacognitive awareness in EFL reading, English teachers’ beliefs about and practices of teaching methodology, and genre analysis of Japanese and British introductions to PhD theses in the field of literature.
Career
Many of Essex, University of former PhD students in English Language Teaching , work in higher education institutions around the world, as teachers and/or as academic researchers, but also in teacher education, in the area of educational advice and management, programme evaluation, and syllabus design.
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Assessment
- On our four-year route (the Integrated ‘new route’ PhD), your first year is a preparatory MRes year so you take six taught modules and write an assessed MRes dissertation.
- This programme is ideal if you wish to develop your knowledge of existing research and improve your understanding of research methods before embarking on independent research.
- On our three-year supervised research route, if you already have a solid knowledge of existing research in your field and a good understanding of research methods, plus a suitable research proposal, you immediately begin your independent research, under the guidance of your supervisor.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
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There is no application deadline and we aim to respond to applications within four weeks.
Language
English
IELTS 7
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Languages Teaching View 103 other PhDs in Languages in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- You will need a good Masters degree or equivalent, in a related subject. A well-developed research proposal is also essential
- You may be required to attend an interview/Skype interview for acceptance, and acceptance is subject to research expertise in the department.
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International
16230 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16230 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
5360 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5360 GBP per year during 48 months.
Part time
- Home/UK fee
£2,680
- International fee
£8,115
Living costs for Colchester
660 - 1140 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.
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