Southampton,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD English in Southampton United Kingdom | University of Southampton
University of Southampton
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Southampton United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,200
(c. USD25,618.56)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Our research quality is a point of pride. According to the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), we ranked joint 8th nationally, placing us among the top 10% for research in the UK. Each research project receives dedicated supervision from leading experts in their fields, who provide regular progress reviews and constructive feedback. You'll benefit from numerous opportunities, including seminar series and structured training programs, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully complete your project, strengthen your professional profile, and advance your career goals. Our extensive resources include specialized centers and facilities like Chawton House Library. For those preferring remote study, distance learning options are available. Alumni with PhDs in English or Creative Writing have pursued diverse careers in academia, publishing, policy development, education, project coordination, and various writing and research positions across media industries.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You'll need to have a 2:1 honours undergraduate degree and a master's at merit level, or equivalent qualification, in English literature or creative writing.
If you do not have a master's degree, we will consider your application if you can demonstrate:
outstanding undergraduate performance including evidence of your preparedness for research (e.g. first class honours in a relevant subject with 75% or more in the dissertation)
have a very strong research proposal
have other appropriate qualifications
English language entry requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all components, or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University. TOEFL iB (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - 92
If you do not have a master's degree, we will consider your application if you can demonstrate:
outstanding undergraduate performance including evidence of your preparedness for research (e.g. first class honours in a relevant subject with 75% or more in the dissertation)
have a very strong research proposal
have other appropriate qualifications
English language entry requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all components, or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University. TOEFL iB (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - 92
Tuition
GBP
19,200