PhD Italian Studies in Exeter United Kingdom | University of Exeter

Faculty in Modern Languages explore diverse research areas spanning literature, linguistics, translation studies, and film. We guide PhD candidates investigating historical periods from medieval times to the present day across our seven primary languages, often collaborating with other departments in the College of Humanities for interdisciplinary projects. Our global connections extend to UK cultural institutions and international research centers, drawing students from varied cultural backgrounds worldwide.Postwar Italian cinema (with special focus on gender perspectives, audience reception, and postfeminist analyses of prostitution portrayals).Italian literary studies (covering modern/contemporary fiction, female authors, intersections of literature with legal/medical fields, transmedia storytelling, genre fiction including crime and sci-fi, plus specialized studies on Galileo, Manzoni and his legacy, Moravia, Deledda, Drigo, and Ferrante).

Our program prioritizes exceptional research mentorship to cultivate your abilities and prepare you for professional success. You'll acquire versatile research methodologies applicable both within and beyond academia. Career pathways include academic positions, while additional training can lead to opportunities in research institutions, policy organizations, and charitable foundations globally.