Overview
The Text, Practice and Research programme from University of Kent covers narrative non-fiction, as well as other forms of creative writing that are not poems or a novel. Our first student on this programme is exploring identity through hip-hop, and will be handing in an album alongside a piece of scholarly research.
Key facts:
OverviewAll the research programmes enable you to feel part of the vibrant University community, with access to a range of exciting events, research seminars and MA modules which you can take for no credit with the agreement of the convenor. Most PhD students are given the opportunity to teach from their second year.
Programme Structure
Research areas- Eighteenth Century
- Nineteenth Century
- American Literature
- Creative Writing
- Medieval and Early Modern
- Modern Poetry
- Postcolonial
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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- Although there is no fixed closing deadline for applications to research degrees, we strongly recommend that you apply as soon as possible.
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Disciplines
Literature View 69 other PhDs in Literature in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
A first or upper-second class honours degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent) and, normally, a taught MA qualification.
- All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.
Tuition Fee
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International
17400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17400 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4596 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4596 GBP per year during 36 months.
- EU full-time £17400
- Home part-time £2298
- EU part-time £8700
- International part-time £8700
Living costs for Canterbury
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.