Overview

British and American Studies are an essential part of European philological education in the current era of globalisation. Implementation of this field of study in the British and American Studies programme from Pavol Jozef Safárik University in Kosice form of study pursues the requirement to make a fundamental contribution to strengthening the theoretical and methodological basis of research and research in linguistic and literary disciplines as well as British and American realia and their teaching at a higher education institution.

Key Facts

The graduate shall have professional and methodological knowledge in the fields of linguistics, literature, and cultural-political and economic realia.

This knowledge is the starting point for original and innovative research as well as for the practical application of the graduate. The latter shall demonstrate highly specialised dispositions and knowledge of basic theories of research methodologies and their practical application.

They shall be able to apply the knowledge convincingly in argumentation, while being aware of the relations with related areas, especially psychology, sociology, history, political science, and philosophy. During the study, the graduate is led to critical and analytical thinking and evaluation of various concepts and approaches to the respective research issues. During the study, the graduate shall acquire the ability to independently and creatively address the issues researched.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Modern and Postmodern Literature

Cognitive Linguistics

Interpretation of Media Texts

Specialised Seminar for Dissertation Examination - Syntax

Development of the English Language

Psychology for University Lecturers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Košice, Slovakia

Disciplines

American and Australasian studies British Studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The Doctoral study is open for graduates of the Master level who will become experts in the selected scientific discipline and will be awarded the “Philosophiae doctor” (PhD.) degree.

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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

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

5000 EUR / year

≈ 5000 EUR / year

Living costs

Košice

Slovakia

500 - 850 EUR / month

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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