PhD French Studies in Exeter United Kingdom | University of Exeter

Faculty members in Modern Languages explore diverse fields such as literary studies, linguistics, translation studies, and film analysis. We guide PhD candidates investigating topics spanning from medieval to contemporary eras across our seven primary languages, often collaborating with other departments in the College of Humanities for interdisciplinary projects.Our Chinese Studies program combines scholarship in Chinese literature, translation, cultural studies, art history, intellectual history, modern Chinese foreign policy, China-Middle East relations, and China-Europe cultural exchanges.This group organizes the College-wide Chinese Studies Seminar Series and oversees the Global China Research Centre, fostering interdisciplinary research on China across humanities, arts, and social sciences.

We dedicate ourselves to providing exceptional research supervision to help you reach your full potential and prepare for a fulfilling professional future. You'll acquire valuable skills applicable both within and beyond academia, including advanced research methodologies. Career paths may include academic positions, and with additional training, opportunities in research institutions, policy organizations, and charitable foundations worldwide.Postgraduate students benefit from comprehensive support through our Career Zone services. Research students can also participate in our Researcher Development Program, offering training to excel during your doctoral studies and launch your research career successfully.