PhD in English Studies

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

South West England:

20%

South East England:

25%

East of England:

15%

West Midlands:

10%

Yorkshire and The Humber:

5%

North West England:

2%

Others:

28%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

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Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$23,500 / year

Overall Cost

$38,500 / year

FAQs

• What funding opportunities are available for PhD students?
  
  Funding is available through the South, West and Wales Doctoral Training Partnership (AHRC), University of Exeter studentships, College of Humanities scholarships, and other external bodies.
• When does the programme start, and what are the application deadlines?
  
  The main entry point is in September, though January and April start dates may also be available. Deadlines vary depending on funding, with most major scholarship competitions closing between January and March for the following academic year.
• Do international applicants need to demonstrate English language proficiency?
  
  Yes. Non-native English speakers must provide proof of proficiency through IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, or an equivalent qualification meeting the University’s standards.
• What are the entry requirements for admission?
  
  Applicants are usually expected to hold a Master’s degree in English Literature or a closely related subject. Strong academic performance and a clear, feasible research proposal are required. Candidates with exceptional undergraduate achievement may be admitted to an MPhil leading to PhD.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  The Department offers supervision across a wide range of areas including medieval literature, early modern studies, Romanticism, Victorian literature and culture, modernism, contemporary writing, American literature, postcolonial and world literatures, film and visual culture, creative writing, children’s literature, performance, environmental humanities, medical humanities, gender and sexuality studies, and digital humanities.
• What is the duration of the MPhil/PhD in English Studies at the University of Exeter?
  
  The full-time PhD normally takes 3–4 years, while the part-time pathway takes 5–7 years. An MPhil usually takes 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.