Overview

This PhD at the University of Hertfordshire develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award.

You undertake a substantial, original research project in the area of English Language and Communication, under the supervision and guidance of two or more academic members of staff.

What’s next for my career?

An internationally recognised research qualification.
Acquire extensive subject expertise and independent research skills in an area of English Language & Communication, honed over an extended period.
Develop research skills through practice and extensive research experience.
Develop a substantial, original research project with the help and support of academics who are active researchers themselves.
Employers are looking for high calibre graduates with advanced skills who can demonstrate independence through research.

Programme Structure

Structure:

You will meet with your supervisory team regularly to discuss your research and give you feedback on your writing. You are given the opportunity to attend the University's Generic Skills Training sessions, EL&C research seminars as well as other postgraduate events.
The degree is assessed on the final research output, in the form of a substantial written thesis of typically 80,000 words, which is defended in a viva with an external examiner.

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

to apply, please email the Doctoral College

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Communication Studies Language Studies View 176 other PhDs in Language Studies in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally, we require applicants for PhD study to be in possession of a good honours degree (2:1 or above), and a Master's degree, in a relevant discipline.
Before making your formal application, we recommend that you discuss your proposed research with the appropriate member of staff in the School of Creative Arts, and the Research Tutor. Please include an outline research proposal with your application.

Tuition Fee

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International

16750 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16750 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

5925 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5925 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Hatfield

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

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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