English

Course Overview

Offered by University of Sussex, the PhD English provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in languages and area studies. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. 94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) From Medieval and Renaissance writing to the 18th century to the present, from the novel to poetry to modernism, postmodernism and the contemporary scene – we’re strongly committed to the interdisciplinary study of literature. We’re one of the strongest postgraduate communities in the country, with an outstanding research culture. You’ll benefit from expert supervision, teacher training and research workshops. International tuition fees are £23,500 per year, home/UK fees are £5,238 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a 90% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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