Overview

About the programme

The PhD in Welsh at Swansea University leads to a highly respected qualification which can present a pathway to a career in academia, or widen your scope for employment in fields such as education, government bodies or the private sector.

You will develop and hone research skills needed for high-level work in any field of Welsh, while skills and training programmes available on campus provide further support. You will have the opportunity to deliver presentations to research students and staff at departmental seminars, and at the Postgraduate Conference.

Programme Structure

Welsh research specialities at Swansea include:

Bilingualism and language planning
Theory of literature
Translation techniques and technology
Literature over the centuries
Welsh for adults and language acquisition
Legal and Social History
Law and Minority Languages
Devolution
Drama, film, animation, broadcasting and digital media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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88

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature Linguistics View 83 other PhDs in Literature in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for PhD must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level and a master’s degree with a minimum overall grade at ‘Merit’. Alternatively, applicants with a UK first class honours degree (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) not holding a master’s degree, will be considered on an individual basis.
As well as academic qualifications, Admissions decisions may be based on other factors, including (but not limited to): the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, intensity of competition for limited places, and relevant professional experience.
As standard, two references are required before we can progress applications to the College/School research programme Admissions Tutor for consideration.

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

19500 GBP / year

≈ 19500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5156 GBP / year

≈ 5156 GBP / year

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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