Overview
Our academics have an established tradition of internationally recognised research excellence in multiple fields.
Features
- In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, English and Creative Writing at University of Plymouth was first in the South West for its 4/3* star research outputs and impact in REF2021, signifying 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' work.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- This full time or part time doctoral programme is suitable for people who have a particular research question or topic in mind, and wish to explore this through independent study in order to produce an original contribution to the subject.
- If you aspire to a research career this is the most appropriate research degree to undertake.
- You will be guided by a small supervisory team of academic experts under the direction of a Director of Studies.
- You will be expected to fully engage with skills development and training and to present your research in a range of scholarly contexts.
- Your PhD will be assessed via submission of either a written thesis (approximately 80,000 words), or one that combines critical writing with artistic, creative and/or professional practice, and a viva voce (an oral examination).
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
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Disciplines
Language Studies View 160 other PhDs in Language Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Masters degree or equivalent from a UK higher education institution in a relevant subject.
- Applicants normally have to supply a research proposal, personal statement, and occasionally evidence that they are prepared to undertake the proposed project. This may include a portfolio, or a sample of critical writing, depending on their area of study.
- Other UK or overseas qualifications may also be accepted – with academic reference
Tuition Fee
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International
18750 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18750 GBP per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Plymouth
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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