Overview

This Catalan Language and Literature and Theatre Studies programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona supports investigation across linguistic, literary, and dramatic domains, fostering connections between written culture and stage expression.

Key Facts

The academic environment integrates expertise from specialised teaching staff and research lines derived from advanced study programmes in language, literature, and theatre studies. Candidates explore topics such as sociolinguistics, literary history, linguistic standardisation, and performing arts, with opportunities for interdisciplinary engagement across cultural and artistic fields.

Each candidate is assigned a thesis director responsible for guiding the research project, ensuring its originality and coherence, and supporting its alignment with established lines of inquiry. Supervision includes advising on research development, monitoring progress, facilitating participation in academic activities, and assisting with thesis preparation and completion, with possibilities for external or joint guidance when appropriate.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History of the Catalan Language and Sociolinguistics
Catalan Literature Studies (Medieval to Contemporary)
Dramatic Literature and Theatre Studies
Linguistic Standardisation and Language in Media
Linguistic Theory and Language Description
Thesis Research and Supervision

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Pre-registration deadlines: July 15, October 15

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Literature Drama View 3 other PhDs in Literature in Spain

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Academic record and relevance of previous studies in Catalan Language, Literature, or Theatre Studies evaluated (60%)
Research experience (projects, publications, conferences, research groups) assessed (10%)
Research funding or grants considered (15%)
Academic mobility or stays in research centres evaluated (5%)
Personal interview assessed (10%)
Academic Committee may require up to 30 ECTS of bridging courses to address gaps in prior training

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

763 EUR / year

≈ 763 EUR / year

Additional Details

If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545.

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / 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

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