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Overview
This Humanities Research programme offered by De Montfort University supports independent investigations across a broad range of humanities disciplines. Candidates undertake original scholarship that contributes new knowledge to fields such as history, literature, culture, creative writing, textual studies, media, and identity, while developing advanced analytical, interpretive, and research skills.
Key Facts
Researchers benefit from a supportive doctoral training environment that encourages publication, conference participation, teaching development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The programme provides opportunities to engage with contemporary academic debates and produce research with scholarly, cultural, and societal impact while preparing for careers in academia, research, publishing, education, and related sectors.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Sports History
- Minority Cultures
- History of Photography
- Film Adaptations of Literary Texts
- Ekphrastic Poetry
- Short Fiction
- Textual Scholarship
- Shakespeare Studies
- Creative Writing
- Literary and Cultural Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
79
PTE Academic 61
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Liberal Arts View 27 other PhDs in Liberal Arts in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
79
PTE Academic 61
IELTS 6.5
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Possess a UK Honours degree with at least an upper second class [2:1] or a Masters Degree or an academic or professional qualification plus experience in their sector or industry which the Research Degrees Committee Faculty Review Panel deems to be equivalent.
- Demonstrate competence in the use of the English language. Please see section 5b. for further details on meeting our English language entry criteria.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents16000 GBP / year≈ 16000 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Living costs
Leicester
United Kingdom
751 - 1426 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Humanities Research.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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