PhD in English literature

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Europe:

10%

Others:

5%

Others:

15%

London:

20%

International:

20%

South East England:

25%

North West England:

35%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

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Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$21,920 / year

Overall Cost

$36,920 / year

FAQs

• When does the programme start, and what are the application deadlines?
  
  he main intake is in October, with additional entry points in February. Application deadlines vary depending on funding; many major scholarships close between December and January for the following academic year.
• What funding opportunities are available for PhD students?
  
  Funding options include Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) North West Consortium Doctoral Training Partnership awards, Lancaster University studentships, faculty scholarships, and other external funding bodies.
• Do international applicants need to demonstrate English language proficiency?
  
  Yes. Non-native speakers of English must provide evidence of proficiency, usually through IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, or an equivalent qualification meeting the University’s requirements.
• What are the entry requirements for admission?
  
  Applicants are normally expected to hold a Master’s degree in English Literature or a closely related discipline. A strong academic record and a well-defined research proposal are essential. Exceptionally qualified candidates with only an undergraduate degree may be considered for MPhil leading to PhD.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  Supervision is available in a wide range of fields including medieval and early modern literature, Shakespeare and Renaissance studies, Romanticism, Victorian literature and culture, twentieth- and twenty-first-century British and American literature, postcolonial studies, world literatures, eco-criticism, medical humanities, digital humanities, gender and sexuality studies, critical theory, and creative-critical writing.
• What is the duration of the PhD in English Literature at Lancaster University?
  
  The full-time PhD normally takes 3–4 years, while the part-time route typically takes 5–7 years.