Overview

We offer a diverse range of expertise, spanning from the Old English period to contemporary writing. Recent student research has included 'Language and LGBT identity', 'Danelaw Boundaries: the place-name evidence in context', and 'The influence of William Blake on the mysticism of Irish modernist writers'.

Features

In the English (Online) programme from University of Nottingham , you are also welcome to join the activities and events of our research centres:

The Centre for Research in Applied Linguistics

Centre for the Study of the Viking Age

Centre for Regional Literature and Culture

DH Lawrence Research Centre

Institute for Name Studies

Linguistic Profiling for Professionals

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Programme Structure

Curriculum:

A PhD in English is mainly made up of independent study, with supervision meetings occurring online (e.g. via Microsoft Teams) and spread throughout the year.

There are no taught credits attached to a PhD, although it is compulsory for full-time students to attend the Arts Faculty Researcher Skills training programme, which is available for online attendance.

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-09-16 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-08-19 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-02-01 00:00:00

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International students should apply as early as possible to ensure you have enough time to apply for your student visa and submit any documentation

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Language Studies View 25 other PhDs in Language Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:1 (or international equivalent) and a masters degree at Merit level or above.

Applicants without a masters degree who can demonstrate equivalent expertise should contact the School of English.

We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.

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Tuition Fee

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International

21500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21500 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

5100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5100 GBP per year during 48 months.

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