Overview

Outcomes of the The English Literature (Individual Doctorate) program from the University of Zurich include acquiring subject-specific skills in the area of specialization and improving research methodology.

Key facts

Graduates acquire transferable skills (i.e. university-level teaching, science communication, leadership skills).

In addition to promoting publications in scholarly journals and the ability to present research findings in academic contexts these skills enable participants to develop the personal skill sets necessary for a successful career in research or in another demanding profession.

To assure high quality, participants receive excellent support from a supervision committee made up of experts in the field.

Programme Structure

Modules include

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The Medieval Universe

Theory Day

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

12 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Zürich, Switzerland

Disciplines

Literature 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

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

100

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master’s degree diploma from a state-accredited university.
Credits for any transferred coursework must also have been acquired at a state-accredited university.
The diploma itself is state-accredited.
The diploma grants entitlement to pursue doctoral studies at a state-accredited university in the relevant country.

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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

300 CHF / year

≈ 300 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

300 CHF / year

≈ 300 CHF / year

Additional Details

Surcharge for foreign students at PhD level - 100 CHF

Living costs

Zürich

Switzerland

1920 - 2572 CHF / month

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