PhD in English Studies

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

Overseas:

10%

North East England:

45%

London:

15%

South East England:

20%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

93%

Top recruiters

Accenture

Deloitte

KPMG

IBM

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Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$25,500 / year

Overall Cost

$40,500 / year

FAQs

• Can the programme be studied part-time?
  
  Yes. Durham offers both full-time and part-time study modes for the PhD in English Studies.
• When does the programme start, and what are the application deadlines?
  
  The main start date is October, but entry points in January and April may also be available. Application deadlines vary, especially for funded studentships, which usually close between December and January for the following academic year.
• What facilities and resources are available to PhD students?
  
  Students benefit from access to the Bill Bryson Library, Durham Cathedral archives, the Palace Green Library special collections, research training through Durham’s Doctoral College, departmental research seminars, and support from academic supervisors.
• What are the entry requirements for this programme?
  
  Applicants are normally expected to hold a Master’s degree in English or a closely related discipline, with excellent academic achievement and a clear research proposal.
• What is the duration of the PhD in English Studies at Durham University?
  
  The full-time PhD normally takes 3 years, with up to 4 years including the writing-up period. The part-time pathway usually takes 6–7 years.
• How is student progress and assessment structured?
  
  PhD candidates undergo annual progress reviews and are required to complete formal progression exercises. Final assessment is based on submission of a doctoral thesis (up to 100,000 words) and an oral viva voce examination.