Overview

UCL's Department of Scandinavian Studies is the largest independent department of its kind in the UK, and hosts a number of internationally recognised scholars.

The research library offered by University College London (UCL) in Scandinavian Studies is possibly the largest outside of Scandinavia, and the department is home to a thriving postgraduate community that is closely connected to London's vibrant academic and cultural milieu.

Whatever your chosen field of research, the department offers excellent opportunities for MPhil and PhD students to expand their skill base, for instance by auditing classes in Scandinavian languages and participating in our internationally renowned research seminars.

Careers

Recent graduates have used their knowledge to work in the fields of research, curatorship, the BBC, the BFI, advertising and the film industry.

Programme Structure

Research areas:

Nordic cinema
Nordic literature in a global context
The politics and history of modern Scandinavia
Old Norse literature
Scandinavian medieval history and culture
Modern Scandinavian literature and critical theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00

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More details

Research degrees may start at any time of the year, but typically start in September.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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PTE Academic

75

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TOEFL^® IBT

109

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

German and Scandinavian studies View 16 other PhDs in German and Scandinavian studies in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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PTE Academic

75

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TOEFL^® IBT

109

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

Tuition Fee

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International

26200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26200 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

5860 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5860 GBP per year during 36 months.

Part-time:

UK: £2,930
International: £13,100

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 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 Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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